Trinidad Britannia Seated

Trinidad · 1859 · 1 Penny

This classic stamp features the iconic 'Seated Britannia' design by Perkins Bacon. The allegorical figure of Britannia is depicted seated on bales of merchandise, holding a spear and shield, with a sailing ship in the background, symbolizing Britain's maritime and commercial power.

Issued during the reign of Queen Victoria, this stamp is part of Trinidad's first definitive series and represents the height of British colonial influence in the Caribbean.