The Queen’s death last Thursday marked the end of an era in British history. And as millions reflect on her momentous life, many are keen to secure keepsakes and collectibles. Google searches for ‘Royal memorabilia’ rocketed by 100 per cent on Friday morning as newspapers packed with moving obituaries hit …
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Read More »Royal Family Instagram celebrates the highs and lows of the Queen’s reign
The Royal Family has celebrated the Queen’s role as a constant during some of the happiest – and saddest – moments the UK has shared over the 70 years of her reign. Posting on Instagram, the photos celebrate how the Queen shared in the joy of England’s 1966 World Cup …
Read More »Warning as thousands of Royal Mail stamps will be unusable within months
Royal Mail first and second class stamps to be scrapped amid major change. (PA) Thousands of Royal Mail stamps are set to be unusable withing months as a new system is introduced, with some left set to be thousands out of pocket. Customers have been warned that their ‘1st’ and 2nd’ …
Read More »Royal rebranding: What will happen to stamps, coins, banknotes and passports?
After 70 years on the throne, Queen Elizabeth II had become an intrinsic part of our everyday lives. We’re accustomed to seeing her portrait, profile and coat of arms on letters, in our loose change and on cereal boxes – so what will be different now? All change All 29 …
Read More »A century of stamp collecting celebrated through postal vans
David Unwin/Stuff Bruce Graves and Colin Dyer unveil the Manawatū Philatelic Society’s personalised stamps marking 100 years of philately. From Royal Mail delivery vans to NZ Post Paxster buggies, Manawatū philatelists have been fascinated by the stories behind stamps. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of their society, they have chosen …
Read More »Royal Mail first and second class stamps to be scrapped amid major change
Thousands of Royal Mail stamps are set to be unusable withing months as a new system is introduced, with some left set to be thousands out of pocket. Customers have been warned that their ‘1st’ and 2nd’ class stamps will be unusable from January 2023 as Royal Mail begin rolling out …
Read More »Warning as thousands of Royal Mail stamps will be unusable within months
Royal Mail first and second class stamps to be scrapped amid major change. (PA) Thousands of Royal Mail stamps are set to be unusable withing months as a new system is introduced, with some left set to be thousands out of pocket. Customers have been warned that their ‘1st’ and 2nd’ …
Read More »Stampex Sept. 28-Oct. 1 in London, England
By Linn’s Staff The fall 2022 British national stamp exhibition, known as Stampex, will take place Sept. 28-Oct. 1 at the Business Design Centre, 52 Upper St., Islington, London, England. Hours will be 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, and 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Admission …
Read More »“Thoughts and prayers” of West Oxfordshire are with the Royal Family
The “thoughts and prayers” of West Oxfordshire are with the Royal Family, said West Oxfordshire’s civic and church leaders after the death of the Queen was announced last Thursday. Mayor of Witney Cllr Liz Duncan and the leader of the council Vicky Gwatkin said in a statement they were “truly …
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