Europe | 1961 Commemoration of the George Cross to Malta Set of Three Postage Stamps Depicting Queen Elizabeth II

Description

This collectible set of three postage stamps was issued to commemorate the presentation of the George Cross to Malta; the stamps depict the cross, as well as a likeness of Queen Elizabeth II.
Date of issue: April 15, 1961
Size of each stamp: 40.8 x 24.5 mm
Watermark: St. Edward’s Crown Block CA Multiple
Designer: Emvin Cremona
Printers: Harrison & Sons Ltd.
Emission: Commemorative
Perforation: 14? x 14
Printing: Photogravure
Print run: 198,081
Mint, never hinged condition.