Italian Castles Definitive Series

Italy · 1980 · Various (5-1400 Lire)

This extensive definitive series, known as "Castelli d'Italia" (Castles of Italy), showcases the rich architectural heritage of the country. Each stamp depicts a different historic castle from various regions of Italy, rendered in a single color. The series was issued over several years and included a wide range of denominations to cover all postal rates, with some values also being issued in coils for vending machines.

Issued in the early 1980s, this series replaced the long-running "Siracusana" definitive and became a familiar sight on Italian mail for over a decade, reflecting national pride in Italy's vast historical and cultural landmarks.