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Valour and Victory: VJ Day Commemorative Cover
Catalogue code
AW311
On 15 August 2025, the United Kingdom marks 80 years since Victory over Japan Day — the moment that brought the Second World War to its solemn close.
In tribute to this significant anniversary, Royal Mail presents a commemorative stamp cover that reflects on the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served.
Marking 80 years since VJ Day – Royal Mail presents a special commemorative stamp cover featuring a new postmark for the anniversary date, 15 August.
This special issue features:
- A new handstamp bearing the years 1939–1945 and the VJ 80th anniversary date, 15 August 2025
- 10 stamps showcasing extraordinary individuals whose actions helped shape Britain’s wartime efforts
Ten First Class landscape stamps.
George Arthur Roberts Firefighting during the Blitz
Mary Morris Nursing at home and on the front line
Tommy Macpherson Fighting behind enemy lines
Violette Szabó Working undercover in occupied France
John Harrison Serving at sea on HMS Belfast
Bhanbhagta Gurung Serving with the Gurkhas in Burma
Thomas Peirson Frank Protecting London from flooding during the Blitz
Mahinder Singh Pujji Serving as a firefighter in three theatres of war
William Tutte Codebreaking the Lorenz cipher machine at Bletchley Park
Lilian Bader Repairing aircraft instruments
Stamp Specifications
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Stamp format |
Landscape |
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Stamp size |
37mm x 35mm |
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Design |
Supple Studio |
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Stamps per Sheet |
25/50 |
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Printer |
Cartor Security Printers |
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Print process |
Lithography |
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Perforations |
14 x 14.5 |
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Phosphor |
Bars as appropriate |
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Gum |
PVA |
Available until 15 August 2026
Limited Availability – while stocks last
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