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VE Day 80th Anniversary

Celebrating the 80th anniversary of VE Day, reflecting on this pivotal moment in history.

VE Day 80th Anniversary Set

A set of six commemorative stamps to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, a pivotal moment in history.

£11.31 GBP

VE Day 80th Anniversary Presentation Pack

This Presentation Pack offers a commemorative display of all six stamps from the Isle of Man Post Office’s VE Day 80th Anniversary issue. *This product can be ordered and will be dispatched on or around the Issue Date*

£12.41 GBP

VE Day 80th Anniversary First Day Cover

This First Day Cover marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day, featuring all six stamps from the Isle of Man Post Office commemorative issue.

£12.46 GBP

VE Day 80th Anniversary Sheet Set

A full sheet set featuring six commemorative stamps to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, a pivotal moment in history.

£113.10 GBP

VE Day 80th Anniversary Commemorative Sheetlet

Commemorative self-adhesive sheetlet. Includes full VE Day 80 stamps and collection of 8 previously issued VE Day themed IOM stamps. Presented within informative folder including information on the Manxmen of WW2.

£18.50 GBP

Sir Winston Churchill 1874 - 1965

A special self-adhesive sheetlet celebrating Sir Winston Churchill

£17.50 GBP

Sale

Churchill and VE Day 80th Anniversary Sheetlet Collection

Celebrate two historic milestones with this exclusive commemorative sheetlet collection. Save £3.50 compared to single product purchases.

£32.50 GBP

~~£36.00 GBP~~ £32.50 GBP

Celebrating the 80th anniversary of VE Day, reflecting on this pivotal moment in history.

To celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day, Isle of Man Post Office presents a set of six stamps reflecting on this pivotal moment in history. The collection highlights the sense of unity experienced by the British people and their allies as World War II came to an end, while also paying tribute to the Isle of Man’s own wartime experience.

The designs feature iconic moments from across Britain, including street parties and the Royal Family’s appearance on the Buckingham Palace balcony. The collection also includes an image of VE Day celebrations captured by Manx photographer Leonard McCombe. This set is a fitting tribute for collectors and those with an interest in the Isle of Man’s role in wartime history.

Further Information

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About this issue

Each stamp is designed to ensure historical accuracy and to represent the cultural significance of VE Day, to serving as a meaningful tribute to this momentous occasion. The stamp design combines a Manx flag as well as the Union Jack as a local motif.

Women’s Land Army:
Played a pivotal role during WW2 as they worked on farms to feed Great Britain. One of many tasks undertaken by women as part of the collective war effort.

Underground: This image shows the spirit of the public as a woman pours a drink for those sheltering in the Underground.

Piccadilly Celebrations: Jubilant scenes in Piccadilly Circus as crowds celebrate VE Day.

Churchill: Winston Churchill makes the peace sign in front of huge crowds celebrating in Trafalgar Square on VE Day.

Buckingham Palace: King, George VI, the Queen, Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret on the balcony of Buckingham Palace on VE Day.

Street Party: An image taken by Manx photographer Leonard McCombe in London capturing one of the many street party’s continuing through the night.

Technical specification

Text: Ivor Ramsden MBE
Imagery: Mary Evans Picture Library & Leonard McCombe
Design: The 572
Printer: bpost
Process: Offset Lithography
Colours: 4
Paper: Tru White Litho 110gsm
Perforations: 11.5 per 2cm
Stamp Size: 50mm x 40mm
Format: Sheets of 10
Date of Issue: 15th April 2025
Limited Editions: Presentation Packs 1,000; First Day Covers 1,500

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