The final set of stamps to feature the silhouette of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II have been revealed, featuring the centenary of the Flying Scotsman steam locomotive.
The 12 farewell stamps feature the famous train in various locations around the UK, including Picking Station on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, the town of Blyth in Northumberland, and London’s Victoria Station. Working closely with Bob Gwynne, Associate Curator at the National Railway Museum, the images were chosen from amongst hundreds of period photographs.
A further four stamps presented in a miniature sheet feature images of the Flying Scotsman and London North Eastern Railway poster artwork from the 1920s and 1930s.
Royal Mail
“Flying Scotsman is a national treasure of engineering and design that conjures up the golden age of steam travel,” says David Golden, Director of External Affairs & Policy, at the Royal Mail.
“This remarkable locomotive epitomises the romance of rail travel and is loved all by people over the world. We are honoured to mark this landmark milestone with a set of Special Stamps.”
Royal Mail
The Queen’s silhouette has been in constant use on Special Stamps since 1968. Stamp illustrator, David Gentleman, re-worked the Gillick Head silhouette, with the updated design still remaining in use until today.
Royal Mail
Earlier this month, King Charles III’s official postage stamp was unveiled. The definitive stamp, which was personally approved by the King, features the monarch’s head on a plain coloured background. Unlike Queen Elizabeth II and George VI, the King is pictured with no crown or any other royal embellishment.
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
£20.00 (20% off)
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.
King Charles III Coronation Souvenirs
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.
King Charles III Coronation Souvenirs
His Majesty the King Charles III Accession Wessex Shape Mug
Dunoon
£34.95
£24.95 (29% off)
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.
King Charles III Coronation Souvenirs
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’.
King Charles III Coronation Souvenirs
King Charles Coronation Flag
Hang this King Charles Coronation flag at your street party to celebrate our new monarch.
King Charles III Coronation Souvenirs
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.
