Stamp Magazine - May 2023

En este número

In the May issue we mark the 70th anniversary of the discovery of the structure of DNA by taking a thematic look at the science of genetics, from theories of evolution to genetic engineering. We also feature an exclusive extract from a new book about the iconography of United States stamps, focusing on the impact made by the first appearance of women and native Americans on definitives in the early 20th century. Our series on Great Britain’s special issues in the early years of Queen Elizabeth II considers the 1963 National Nature Week set, which was both a triumph of multicoloured printing and a missed opportunity. Meanwhile, Commonwealth Classics recalls the quirky 1898 Diamond Jubilee stamp of Mauritius, and Strange But True tells the story of an issue from Portugal on which the country name had to be overprinted as an afterthought. Our news pages analyse Great Britain’s first definitives and special issues for King Charles III, reveal the world’s longest ever stamp, marvel at the latest auction highlights and preview Virtual Stampex. Don’t miss it!