| Commemoratives | |
|---|---|
| 10th Jan | Penny Black Anniversary |
| 23rd Jan | RSPCA |
| 6th Feb | Smiles (Greetings) |
| 6th Mar | Europa 1990 |
| 10th Apr | Queen's Awards to Industry |
| 5th Jun | Kew Gardens |
| 10th Jul | Thomas Hardy |
| 2nd Aug | Queen Mother 90th Birthday |
| 11th Sep | Gallantry |
| 16th Oct | Astronomy |
| 13th Nov | Christmas 1990 |
Postmark illustrations
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| Miniature Sheets | |
|---|---|
| 3rd May | Penny Black |
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