The Penny Red Stamp & Queen Victoria Book

Order your Original Penny Red Stamp and Queen Victoria Hardback Book today for just £69.95 (Plus £3.95 P&P)

The stamp that carried Victorian Britain.

For almost forty years, one small stamp helped keep Britain connected.

First issued in 1841, the Penny Red succeeded the famous Penny Black and quickly became one of the most widely used postage stamps in history. Its distinctive red colour was introduced to make cancellation marks easier to see, helping combat stamp reuse and ensuring the continued success of Britain's revolutionary postal system.

As the Victorian era unfolded, billions of letters travelled bearing the Penny Red. It delivered news from loved ones, business correspondence, military dispatches and personal messages during a period of unprecedented industrial growth, scientific discovery and social change.

Featuring the unmistakable portrait of the young Queen Victoria, the Penny Red became an enduring symbol of an age that transformed Britain and the wider world. More than a postage stamp, it is a remarkable survivor from one of history's greatest eras of innovation.

Now, you can own an authentic example of this iconic Victorian stamp.

Accompanying your genuine Penny Red is an exclusive hardback collector's book celebrating the life and legacy of Queen Victoria. Beautifully illustrated throughout, it tells the story of Britain's second-longest reigning monarch and the extraordinary period that now bears her name, exploring the events, achievements and innovations that shaped the Victorian age.

Together, the Penny Red and this beautifully presented hardback book offer a lasting tribute to the Queen, the era and the stamp that connected a nation.

Please note: Due to the unique nature of genuine vintage stamps, the stamp supplied may differ from the image shown, including its plate number, cancellation marks, centring and other natural characteristics.

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