A new symbol of peace on the EUROPA stamp series
On April 25, Poczta Polska introduced a new philatelic stamp featuring the symbol of peace. This stamp was selected in a competition organized by PostEurop, an association of European public postal administrations. The theme of the issue is "Peace – the highest value of humanity." The image on the stamp reflects the cooperative nature of nations and will appear on the stamps of all postal operators.
The EUROPA series of stamps are special stamps issued by European postal administrations and have been in circulation since 1956. Over the years, these stamps have gained enormous popularity. They express cooperation between postal operators and promote philately. The themes that appear in this series of stamps in subsequent years highlight the common roots, culture, history, and shared goals of the peoples of Europe. This year's edition also reflects this. The symbol featured in the graphics of all operators' stamps refers to the motto "Peace – the highest value of humanity," expressing support for the struggling Ukraine.
This year's issue features the peace sign, designed by Linda Bos and Runa Egilsdottir (A Designers Collective), on the EUROPA stamp. The design presents a visual metaphor for an interconnected, collaborative, modern society. The designers were inspired by the Celtic love knot, the interwoven lines forming two interconnected hearts. The design utilizes colors that reference national colors. The issue is accompanied by an FDC envelope and a date stamp designed by Jacek Konarzewski, which are variations on the basic symbol.
About the stamp:
Designer: L. Bos, R. Egilsdottir
Number of stamps: 1
Value: PLN 3.90
Circulation: 144,000 pcs.
Printing technique: offset
Stamp format: 43 x 31.25 mm
Paper: fluorescent
Sales sheet: 12 stamps
Date of introduction into circulation: April 25, 2023
The "Europa" series of stamps are special issues issued by European postal administrations. Issued since 1956, they always feature the official "Europa" logo, the trademark of the association of public postal administrations, PostEurop ( www.posteurop.org ), despite the changing themes of each issue. They are also among the most popular items among philatelists. The series' stamps are intended to express cooperation between postal operators from various European countries and promote philately. The themes that emerge in subsequent years demonstrate the common roots, culture, history, and shared goals of the peoples of Europe.