The Royal Mail has revealed the first set of special stamps featuring King Charles III’s silhouette — and they celebrate the green-fingered monarch’s love of horticulture.
Working closely with gardening writer Naomi Slade, the 10 stamps feature striking photographs of flowers grown in UK gardens. Each bloom — including the Sweet Pea, Iris, Lily, Sunflower, Tulip, Peony, Rose and Dahlia — is set against a white background alongside their common names.
The new stamps have been described by The Royal Mail as a “significant milestone in British philatelic history” because they are the first change of silhouette since 1968.
Royal Mail
“Britain is a nation of gardeners, and a love of flowers runs deep in our collective consciousness. His Majesty is known to be a passionate gardener and we are delighted that the first Special Stamps to feature his silhouette should be a celebration of some of the most popular flowers in British gardens,” David Gold, Director of External Affairs & Policy, Royal Mail, said.
Royal Mail
The full list of flowers are as follows:
Sweet pea
Iris
Lily
Sunflower
Fuchsia
Tulip
Peony
Nasturtium
Rose
Dahlia
In keeping with stamp tradition, the King faces to the left. The image is an adapted version of the portrait created by Martin Jennings for the new King Charles coins, and was carefully adjusted and digitally re-lit to make it suitable for use on definitive stamps.
The creation of the new stamps was a collaboration between the illustrator Andrew Davidson, head of Design and Editorial at Royal Mail, Marcus James, and Ian Chilvers, from design agency, Atelier Works.
The stamps are available to pre-order now from royalmail.com. A Presentation Pack including all 10 stamps in the set is available on general sale from 23 March and priced at £10.40.
King Charles III souvenirs: The best memorabilia to mark the Coronation
King Charles III Coronation Souvenirs
His Majesty King Charles III – Tribute Commemorative Mug
£25.00
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This commemorative mug features the words ‘King Charles Coronation’ and includes an illustration of a crown surrounded by Union Jack flags. It’s perfect to add to your Coronation memorabilia collection.
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Official Licensed King Charles Cypher Mug
Featuring King Charles’ official cypher, this handprinted mug from Etsy is a wonderful keepsake for the coronation of the King.
King Charles III Coronation Souvenirs
Black Toast King 1/2 Pint Mug
Raise your morning coffee to our new King with Emma Bridgewater’s appropriate 1/2 pint mug.
King Charles III Coronation Souvenirs
King Charles III coaster
Protect your coffee table from spills and stains with this King Charles III coaster. Made from beech, it features the King’s official cypher.
King Charles III Coronation Souvenirs
HM King Charles III (2023) official portrait mug
We love this commemorative mug which features an official portrait of King Charles III. It’s the perfect souvenir to get your hands on ahead of the Coronation.
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His Majesty the King Charles III Accession Wessex Shape Mug
Dunoon
£34.95
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Enjoy your morning brew in this King Charles III Coronation mug. Embellished with 22 carat gold, it features the silhouette of the King on the front and back, and is decorated with vine motifs and a beautiful deep blue colour.
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King Charles III 8th September 2022 Tea Towel
This commemorative tea towel features an official portrait of the King alongside the words ‘King Charles III, 8th September 2022’.
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King Charles Coronation Flag
Hang this King Charles Coronation flag at your street party to celebrate our new monarch.
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Black Toast King & Queen Set Of 2 1/2 Pint Mugs
Give your kitchen cupboards the royal treatment with this set of two King and Queen mug from Emma Bridgewater. Each set comes presented in a box.
