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1947 Ceylon New Constitution stamps, Sri Lanka independence stamps, King George VI stamps, Parliament Building Ceylon, Adam’s Peak stamp, Temple of the Tooth stamp, Anuradhapura stamp, rare Sri Lankan stamps.

1947 Ceylon New Constitution Stamps: A Symbol of Political Transition

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The 1947 Ceylon New Constitution commemorative stamp series mark a pivotal moment in Ceylon’s history, celebrating the introduction of a new constitution that granted greater self-governance to the island while still remaining a British Crown Colony. Issued on November 25, 1947, this four-stamp set visually represents Ceylon’s rich cultural and political heritage, featuring important national […]

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The Queen Victoria Plum: A Rare Classic from Ceylon’s Philatelic Past

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Among the most admired stamps of the classic philatelic period (1840–1870) is the Queen Victoria Plum from Ceylon, issued in 1857. With its distinctive plum colour and elegant depiction of Queen Victoria, this six-pence gem stands as a shining example of Britain’s global postal influence and remains a prized rarity for collectors worldwide. Commemorated in

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