Exhibition - Lions, Leopards, Unicorns and Dragons: The first Regional stamps
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From Tuesday 6 May 2008 until April 2009
In August and September 1958, the first British Regional stamps were issued. Heraldic and floral emblems were used to distinguish stamps for Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales and also for the islands of Guernsey, Jersey and the Isle of Man.
This exhibition follows their creation and development from original artwork and unadopted designs through to the final issue, and offers an opportunity to view unique items from the BPMA's extensive philatelic colection.
Please note that the BPMA will be closed to the public for stocktaking from Monday 8 - Friday 19 December 2008.
Event details | Exhibition - Lions, Leopards, Unicorns and Dragons: The first Regional stamps |
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| Event type | Exhibition |
Location | The Royal Mail Archive |
Date | From Tuesday 6 May 2008 until 17 April 2009 |
Time | Weekdays and occasional Saturdays: 10.00am - 5.00pm Thursday: 10.00am - 7.00pm |
Price | Free |
| Pre-booking required? | No |
Suitable for? | Anyone interested in stamp design. postal history and the history of the monarchy |
Related events | Exhibition: A Timeless Classic: The evolution of Machin's icon Talk: Celebrating the Regions Talk: 50 years of Country Definitives Family Event: Philatelic Fun External exhibition: Timeless and Classic: Elizabeth, Queen and Icon (Wedgwood) |