Royal Mail has partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products on a new set of stamps paying homage to the Harry Potter film series.
The main set of 10 stamps feature atmospheric images of characters – both good and evil – presented in the darker tone used for the later films, in which the Battle of Hogwarts reaches its climactic finale.
Each stamp has a secondary scene or character incorporated into the design and, in addition, the ‘1st’ font used for the value of the stamps replicates that of the iconic typeface used for the films.
Characters who feature on the stamps are: Ron Weasley, Fred and George Weasley, Professor Minerva McGonagall, Kingsley Shacklebolt, Harry Potter, Ginny Weasley, Neville Longbottom, Luna Lovegood, Hermione Granger, Molly Weasley, Bellatrix Lestrange, Narcissa Malfoy, Fenrir Greyback, Scabior, Lord Voldemort, a Death Eater, Severus Snape, Alecto Carrow, Draco Malfoy and Gregory Goyle.
A further six stamps, presented in a miniature sheet, feature illustrations of the creatures and beings of the wizarding world. From Aragog the Acromantula, to the beloved house-elf Dobby, the full set also includes Harry’s owl Hedwig, Fawkes the phoenix, Buckbeak the hippogriff and Hermione’s cat Crookshanks.
“The Harry Potter stories and films have become a modern classic around the world,” commented David Gold, director of external affairs and policy. “For more than two decades the characters in the Harry Potter series have captivated us and kept us enthralled. Each stamp is a miniature masterpiece, a fitting tribute to mark the climactic end to the Battle of Hogwarts.”
The stamps go on general sale on 19 October.
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