Description: Kuwait 1951 stamp featuring King George VI with a rare error of an extra bar at the top. This variety is a mint original gum never hinged example in a vivid red color, graded as extremely fine. The stamp is from the era of George VI and was issued in Kuwait, which was a British protectorate at the time. It has a denomination of 5 rupees on 5 shillings and is a unique piece for collectors. An incredible error!! Great item to put away for the future. Perfect for the connoisseur of rare, hard to find issues. A spectacular showpiece! Kuwait, 1951, King George VI, 5r on 5s red, extra bar at top (Scott 100 variety), the extra bar is not separated from the normal top bar and appears as an extra thick bar, o.g., never hinged, Very Fine. SG 91a variety Stanley Gibbons Catalogue Value £1,100.00 for "split" bar ($1,420.00).
Price: 599.95 USD
Location: Great Neck, New York
End Time: 2025-02-04T21:51:27.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Denomination: 5 rupees on 5 shillings
Type: Error, Variety
Year of Issue: 1951
Place of Origin: Kuwait (until 1961)
Era: George VI (1936-1952)
Quality: Mint Never Hinged/MNH
Color: Red
Grade: XF (Extremely Fine)
Topic: Royalty
Country/Region of Manufacture: Kuwait
Certification: Uncertified
Regional Status: Protectorate
