Denmark 1969, 120th Anniversary of the First Danish Postage Stamp

Denmark · 1969 · 60 øre

This stamp commemorates the 120th anniversary of the first Danish postage stamp. The design features a stamp-on-stamp motif, showcasing the classic 1851 4 Rigsbank-Skilling (RBS) stamp, which depicted the Danish coat of arms within a wreath. The anniversary stamp is rendered in a deep blue, echoing the original's color.

Issued in 1969, this stamp celebrates Denmark's long postal history, which began with its first adhesive postage stamp in 1851. The stamp-on-stamp design was a popular philatelic theme during this period, allowing postal authorities to honor their own heritage.