European Communities Stamps

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

03.01.1973 | Manchester Bee Cachet, Postmarked at Manchester

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Stock Code:

51858

Issue:

3rd January 1973 - European Communities

Stamp Type:

Commemoratives

Stamp Details:

3p
2 x 5p Maps of Europe (jig-saw design)

Producer/Series: Royal Mail/Post Office ( Manchester Bee No 40 )

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 (48)
Postmark illustrations

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The above Royal Mail European Communities stamps were issued on 03 January 1973 by Royal Mail and feature the following stamp designs: 3p; 2 x 5p Maps of Europe (jig-saw design). 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.