'Philympia' Stamps

These Post Office stamps were affixed to specially designed envelopes and postmarked on the first day that the stamps were issued.

18.09.1970 | Manchester Bee Cachet, Postmarked at Manchester

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Stock Code:

51847

Issue:

18th September 1970 - 'Philympia'

Stamp Type:

Commemoratives

Stamp Details:

5d (Penny Black)
9d (1s Green)
1s 6d (4d Carmine)

Producer/Series: Royal Mail/Post Office ( Manchester Bee No 31 )

Postmark:

Manchester FDI Postmark

Notes: The Manchester worker bee is one of the best-known symbols of Manchester and has been an emblem for the city for over 150 years. The bee denotes Mancunians' hard work ethic and the city being a hive of activity. It has also come to represent the sense of unity in our great city.

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Reference Images:
Commemorative Stamp
Presentation Pack (21)
Postmark illustrations

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The above Royal Mail 'Philympia' stamps were issued on 18 September 1970 by Royal Mail and feature the following stamp designs: 5d (Penny Black); 9d (1s Green); 1s 6d (4d Carmine). The Manchester Bee Cachet first day cover with the Manchester FDI Postmark postmark has been produced by Royal Mail/Post Office and features these stamps which can make a very collectible and lovely gift.