Description: The artwork frames a highly detailed facsimile reproduction of the original hand-written message dispatched by King George VI from Buckingham Palace. The cursive royal text addresses the Governor of Malta, officially decreeing the award of the George Cross to the island fortress to bear witness to a heroism and devotion that will long be famous in history. Positioned on the left side is a right-facing portrait of a young Queen Elizabeth II wearing a formal tiara, positioned directly above a small banner reading "KING'S SCROLL". The top frame proudly bears the country designation "MALTA" nestled between a St. Edward's Crown and a traditional Maltese Cross insignia. A bold "3d" denomination anchors the lower left corner above the primary value banner inscribed with "POSTAGE & REVENUE".
Circa: 1956
Condition: Used
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