Royal mail definitive stamps

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The Royal Mail Definitive Stamps are a series of postage stamps issued by the Royal Mail, the postal service of the United Kingdom, to provide a standard range of stamps for everyday use. The Definitive Stamps are designed to be used for a long period, often several years, and are typically printed in large quantities.

Here are some interesting facts about Royal Mail Definitive Stamps:

  1. First issue: The first Definitive Stamp was issued in 1965, featuring a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.
  2. Design: The design of Definitive Stamps typically features a portrait of the reigning monarch, with the monarch's image updated when a new monarch ascends to the throne.
  3. Denominations: Definitive Stamps are issued in various denominations to cover the cost of postage for different types of mail. The denominations have changed over the years, but common values include 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1, and £2.
  4. Paper and printing: Definitive Stamps are typically printed on gummed paper, which is coated with a sticky adhesive to allow the stamps to be attached to envelopes and packages.
  5. Security features: Modern Definitive Stamps often feature security features such as holograms, microprinting, and color-shifting ink to prevent counterfeiting.
  6. Collectibility: Definitive Stamps are popular among stamp collectors due to their widespread use and the fact that they are often printed in large quantities, making them relatively affordable and accessible.
  7. Variations: Over the years, Royal Mail has issued various special edition Definitive Stamps, such as commemorative stamps, special event stamps, and stamps featuring iconic British designs or landmarks.

Some notable examples of Royal Mail Definitive Stamps include:

These are just a few examples of the many Royal Mail Definitive Stamps that have been issued over the years.