B228-Straits Settlements Malaya 1937 Coronation Stamps Set (4c, 8c, 12c) King

Title:

Straits Settlements Malaya 1937 Coronation Stamps Set (4c, 8c, 12c) – King George VI & Queen Elizabeth

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Category:

> Stamps › British Colonies & Territories › Malaya, Straits Settlements (Until 1946)

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Condition:

Used – Good vintage condition. Light cancellation marks, mild toning on reverse, and hinge marks (as shown in photos). No tears or major creases.

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Item Specifics:

Country/Region of Manufacture: Straits Settlements (Malaya)

Year of Issue: 1937

Denominations: 4 cents (orange), 8 cents (black), 12 cents (blue)

Theme: Royalty / Coronation of King George VI & Queen Elizabeth

Date of Issue: 12th May 1937

Quality: Used, lightly hinged

Type: Definitive commemorative set

Certification: Uncertified

Era: King George VI (1936–1952)

Cancellation Type: Circular date stamp

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Description:

A complete trio of 1937 Straits Settlements Coronation stamps commemorating the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth.

Beautifully engraved in three denominations and colors — 4c (orange), 8c (black), and 12c (blue).

These stamps were issued across British colonies to mark the royal coronation on 12th May 1937.

A well-preserved example of early Malayan philately, ideal for collectors of Commonwealth or royal commemorative issues.

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Valuation & Pricing:

Stamp Catalogue / Market Value (approx.) Condition Realistic eBay Selling Value (used set)

4c, 8c, 12c Set £10–£15 (Stanley Gibbons / market average) Used – good £8–£12

Recommended Listing Price (Buy It Now): £11.95

Recommended Auction Starting Price: £4.99 (7-day auction, allow bids to reach £10–£15 range)

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