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A non-personalised version of the Steam Locomotives First Day Cover Miniature Sheet, cancelled with the alternative Darlington postmark.
On sale until 25 September 2026.
A non-personalised version of the Steam Locomotives First Day Cover Miniature Sheet, cancelled with the alternative Darlington postmark.
The First Day Envelope includes the issue’s information card.
On sale until 25 September 2026.
Four First Class stamps:
Opening of the S&DR, 1825
Locomotion No. 1 at Darlington, c1890
Centenary of the S&DR, 1925
Replica Locomotion No. 1, 1975
Stamp specifications
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Stamp format |
Landscape |
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Stamp size |
41mm x 30mm |
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Miniature Sheet size |
192mm x 74mm |
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Design |
Steers McGillan Eves |
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Printer |
Cartor Security Printers |
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Print process |
Lithography |
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Phosphor |
Bars as appropriate |
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Gum |
PVA |