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The Penny Black

The Penny Black

World's first adhesive postage stamp
🗓️ 1 May 1840

The Penny Black was the world's first adhesive postage stamp used in a public postal system. It was first issued in the United Kingdom on 1 May 1840 but was not valid for use until 6 May. The stamp features a profile of 21 years old Queen Victoria.

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