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RNLI 200

A six stamp postal tribute marking 200 years of the RNLI saving lives at sea

RNLI 200
RNLI 200 Presentation Pack

RNLI 200 Presentation Pack

Step into the maritime legacy with the RNLI 200 Philatelic Presentation Pack.

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A six stamp postal tribute marking 200 years of the RNLI saving lives at sea

Celebrate the remarkable 200-year history of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) with this captivating stamp collection from the Isle of Man Post Office. Issued on January 4th, 2024, these stamps pay homage to the founding of the RNLI by Sir William Hillary in 1824 on the Isle of Man, a momentous event in the nation's maritime history.

This collection comprises six beautifully designed stamps, each dedicated to a specific Manx lifeboat station, and the sixth stamp is a tribute to the founder, Sir William Hillary. These stamps provide a unique window into the heroic work of the RNLI, and the lifeboats and volunteers who have saved countless lives.

The accompanying issue text delves into the origins of the RNLI, highlighting its pivotal role in reducing shipwrecks around the UK coasts as well as providing insight in to each of the Isle of Man's lifeboat stations. The stamps feature historical images from the RNLI's archives.

These limited-edition stamps are a heartfelt tribute to the RNLI's life-saving legacy and a perfect way to commemorate this incredible bicentenary. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of maritime history.

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About this issue

The collection consists of six stamps with five dedicated to a specific Manx lifeboat station, and the sixth stamp is a tribute to the founder, Sir William Hillary.

  • Stamp one - Port St Mary Lifeboat Station
  • Stamp two - Peel Lifeboat Station
  • Stamp three - Port Erin Lifeboat Station
  • Stamp four -  Ramsey Lifeboat Station
  • Stamp five - Douglas Lifeboat Station
  • Stamp six - Sir William Hillary

Designed by RNLI and Isle of Man Advertising and printed by bpost, these stamps capture  the bravery of RNLI volunteers and their life-saving missions.. They come in sheets of 10 and have perforations of 11.5 per 2cms.

Alongside Isle of Man Post Office, both Jersey and Guernsey Posts are issuing their own six stamp collections on 4th March 2024. All three collections complement each other, serving as a testament to the enduring legacy of the RNLI across the British Isles. 

Technical specification

Images: RNLI/Graham Farr Collection,Andrew Barton, Dave Kneale, Nicholas Leach

Design: RNLI and Isle of Man Advertising

Text: RNLI

Printer: bpost

Process: Offset LithographyColours4 colour + Metallic Gold

Paper: PVA Gummed 110 gsm

Perforations: 11.5 per 2cms

Stamp Size: 40mm x 30mm

Number of Stamps: Six

Format: Sheets of 10

Date of Issue: 4th January 2024

Limited Editions: Presentation Pack 2000; First Day Cover 3000

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