King Charles III: A New Reign stamp series
The Coronation: representing the monarchy, continuity, longevity, heritage, and tradition
Excited to spot Albertus Nova being used for the coronation stamps!
Albertus was designed by Berthold Wolpe, a Jewish German immigrant, and has become one of the quintessential British typefaces. And the revival, Albertus Nova, was designed by a Japanese one (myself). Proud to be part of the British design tradition!
From Royal Mail:
A commemorative stamp issue marking the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty The Queen Consort at Westminster Abbey on 6 May 2023.
Four new Miniature Sheet stamps featuring wood engravings by British artist Andrew Davidson. The background design depicts intermingling foliage symbolising the UK’s four nations: the rose, thistle, daffodil and shamrock.
The stamps were designed by Atelier Works and printed by Cartor Security Printers. See also Abbey Bamford’s article for Design Week.
Diversity and Community: reflecting a multi-faith community, cohesion and the people of modern Britain
The Commonwealth: depicting an outward-looking Britain, global trade, cooperation, democracy and peace
Sustainability and Biodiversity: highlighting the importance of conservation, biodiversity and a society that works with nature
Miniature sheet
1 Comment on “King Charles III: A New Reign stamp series”
Albertus Nova was also used for the coronation ceremony.
Toby Wolpe, son of Berthold, wonders:
Toshi comments: