3843) "Myths and Legends", United Kingdom (UK): Royal Mail, UK has issued a set of Stamps depicting popular Myths and Legends: Date/Year of Stamp set issued: 27.03.2025:
Popular culture and traditions are steeped in centuries-old legends filled with mythical monsters, heroes and heroines. They are the stories we tell to our children and to their children – cautionary tales and fantastical fables that continue to captivate our collective imagination.
You can spot the Loch Ness Monster in this new issue, which brings these stories to life on eight stamps featuring enchanting illustrations from British-based artist Adam Simpson.
Savour the macabre magic of timeless tales from the cheeky piskies of Cornwall to the tale of Beowulf and Grendel.
One’ll also discover a fact-filled Presentation Pack tracing the roots of popular folklore, along with a stunning Framed Stamp Set to display and treasure.
The Stamps:
The Stamps : Eight First Class square stamps.
First Class: Beowulf and Grendel
First Class: Blodeuwedd
First Class: Loch Ness Monster
First Class: Cornish Piskies
First Class: Fionn mac Cumhaill
First Class: Black Shuck
First Class: Grindylow
First Class: Selkie
Stamp Specifications:
Date/Year of Stamp set issued: 27.03.2025
Stamp format: Square
Stamp size: 35mm x 35mm
Design: Godfrey Design
Stamps per Sheet: 24/48
Printer: Cartor Security Printers
Print process: Lithography
Perforations: 14.5 x 14.5
Phosphor: Bars as appropriat
Gum: PVA
A First Day Envelope (FDE) titled "Myths and Legends".A Filler Card (FC)/Information Brochure (IB)
The First Day Cover (FDC) with a space for Address.
The Alternate Cancellation Stamp of Drumnadrocht, Inverness dated 27.03.2025.
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