In partnership with Warner Bros., Royal Mail has revealed 16 Special Stamps featuring characters and creatures from the Harry Potter film series.
The main set of 10 stamps features 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.
The images have been revealed by Royal Mail who has issued the stamps in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products to pay homage to the Harry Potter film series. 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 fascinating creatures and beings of the wizarding world. From Aragog the Acromantula, to the house-elf Dobby, the full set also includes Harry’s beloved owl Hedwig, Fawkes the phoenix, Buckbeak the hippogriff and Hermione’s cat Crookshanks.
For over 20 years, the world has been captivated by the magic of the Harry Potter films, which culminated in an epic, two-part finale.
David Gold, director of External Affairs and Policy said: “The Harry Potter stories and films have become a modern classic around the world. 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, and range of collectible products, are available to pre-order from 5th October) here and by telephone on 03457 641 641. A Presentation Pack including all 16 stamps in the set is also available, and the stamps go on general sale on 19th October.
