INDIA - 1926-33 5r ultramarine and purple, SG 216, very fine mint.

George V India 1926–33 5 Rupees Ultramarine and Purple (SG 216) is one of the classic high-value definitive stamps issued during the reign of King George V, forming part of the iconic definitive series that served the postal needs of British India in the interwar period. The stamp features an engraved portrait of George V within an ornate frame and is printed in an attractive combination of ultramarine and purple, colours chosen to emphasize its substantial face value. Intended primarily for parcels, registration fees, and other high-value postal transactions, the 5 Rupees denomination was used less frequently than lower values, resulting in comparatively fewer well-preserved mint examples. This specimen is described as Very Fine Mint, indicating fresh colour, sound perforations, and well-preserved original gum with excellent overall eye appeal. As one of the key high denominations of the George V definitive series, SG 216 is a highly desirable stamp for collectors of British India, classic Commonwealth issues, and high-value colonial philately.