Read an exclusive article from Gibbons Stamp Monthly to mark the 185th anniversary of the Penny Black. Michael Kogan continues his in-depth exploration of the world’s first stamps. In this second instalment he examines the design process, security features and production challenges of the Penny Black.
The meticulous process and creativity involved in producing the die engravings for Nova Scotia and Newfoundland are a testament to the ingenuity of early stamp designers, shaping the classic era of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland stamps. Discover the story of these stamps within this photographic essay.
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