Penny Blue, 500 CFA francs, WORLD’S MOST VALUABLE STAMPS

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  • One of the most recognizable stamps in the history of philately
  • A symbol of the birth of modern postal services and global communication
  • A collector coin inspired by a 19th-century philatelic icon

 

The fact these stamps are still in demand
– more than 180 years since first being issued
– demonstrates their lasting legacy.
Warwick & Warwick Auction House

Issuer: Republic of Cameroon
Metal: Ag 999
Dimension: 50,00 mm
Manufacturer: Mennica Polska
Decoration: digital printing, laser frosting, microprinting
Weight: 17,50 g
Face value: 500 CFA francs
Quality: proof
Year of issue: 2025
Mintage: 558 pcs

Description

Penny Blue is the direct successor to the world’s first stamp. Issued in 1840,
it marked a turning point in the history of communication and public postal
services. Its distinctive blue color and the portrait of Queen Victoria quickly became
enduring icons of philately.