On September 30, Great Britain's Royal Mail issued a new definitive stamp priced at £3.40, corresponding to the international standard rate for letters weighing up to 100 grams, effective from October 6. This stamp features a dark green background and displays a portrait of King Charles III alongside a scannable barcode, which is cleverly integrated into the design with a wavy-line die cut.
The self-adhesive stamps are printed by Cartor Security Printers using the gravure method, arranged in panes of 25. Each stamp measures 39mm by 30mm and is perforated at 15 by 14.5. For collectors, a presentation pack is available that includes the stamp along with details about the king's portrait, enhancing the collectible value.
Additionally, Royal Mail offers first-day covers with unique postmarks from Tallents House and Windsor, appealing to philatelists looking to commemorate the release. These stamps can be conveniently ordered online through Royal Mail's website or by contacting them directly at their Edinburgh address. For further details, you can refer to the original article here.