Great Britain 1960 Europa CEPT Issue

Name: Great Britain 1960 Europa CEPT Issue
Brand: United Kingdom

United Kingdom · 1960 · 6d & 1s 6d

This set of two stamps was Great Britain's first participation in the annual Europa stamp program, organized by the Conference of European Posts and Telecommunications (CEPT). The design, common to all participating nations, features the word 'EUROPA' formed from a pattern of interlocking lines, symbolizing unity and communication. The stamps also include the iconic 'Wilding' portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.

Issued during a period of increasing European integration, these stamps represent the UK's commitment to postal cooperation across the continent. The Europa series became a popular collecting theme, promoting a shared European identity.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

europa cept international-cooperation machin-head queen-elizabeth-ii symbolic

Catalog Numbers

sg624-625

scott377-378

michel353-354

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.