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Viewing catalog entries 211 through 214 of your historical ledger database.

Size: C10
05/06/2025

Penny Black Pane Background & 185th Anniversary: Día Mundial de la Filatelia (San Juan, PR)

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Canceled with Pictorial Postmark

Penny Black Pane Background & 185th Anniversary

Continuing the “Día Mundial de la Filatelia 2025” series on a #10 commercial cover, this design places the spotlight on a full multi-stamp pane background of the iconic Penny Black. Layered over the classic stamp grid are commemorative black and gold medallions celebrating the 185th anniversary of the world’s first adhesive postage stamp, combined with a stamp-shaped graphic of the San Juan, Puerto Rico flag.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features a repeating background pattern of Penny Black stamps. Overlaid on the left side are two focal elements: a top stamp-shaped banner featuring the flag of San Juan, PR with ribbon details and the text “SAN JUAN, PR”, and a prominent lower circular medallion in black and gold reading “DÍA MUNDIAL DE LA FILATELIA / 6 DE MAYO DE 2025” above a crowned crest and the title “PENNY BLACK / 185TH ANNIVERSARY / 1840”. Includes the TSL maker’s mark in the lower-right corner of the design block.
  • Pictorial Cancellation: The official pictorial cancellation depicts a historic sentry box (garita) and reads “Día Mundial de la Filatelia / La Garita Station / May 6, 2025 / San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936”.
  • Franking: Franked with a U.S. “Forever/USA” Shaker Design stamp depicting an interior room with a window and bench.
  • Production Credits: Created as part of the TSL series (Bayamón, PR).

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Size: C10
05/06/2025

Great Britain 185th Anniversary & World Philately Day: Día Mundial de la Filatelia (San Juan, PR)

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Front Design

No Content on Back

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Official Pictorial Postmark View

Canceled with Pictorial Postmark

Great Britain 185th Anniversary & World Philately Day

Continuing the celebration of World Philately Day on May 6, 2025, this #10 commercial cover pays tribute to the 185th anniversary of the Penny Black and Great Britain’s monumental contributions to postal history. Blending classic philatelic heritage with local pride, the design highlights the enduring legacy of the world’s first adhesive postage stamp alongside a symbolic stamp graphic featuring the flag of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features multiple design elements including an engraved profile of Queen Victoria, an ornate black and gold horizontal cartouche reading “GREAT BRITAIN / 185TH ANNIVERSARY / 1840 / PENNY BLACK”, a lower curved plaque proclaiming “DÍA MUNDIAL DE LA FILATELIA / 2025”, and a stamped graphic of the Puerto Rico/San Juan flag with ribbon banners. Includes the TSL maker’s mark in the lower-left corner.
  • Pictorial Cancellation: The official pictorial cancellation depicts a historic sentry box (garita) and reads “Día Mundial de la Filatelia / La Garita Station / May 6, 2025 / San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936”.
  • Franking: Franked with a U.S. “Forever/USA” Shaker Design stamp depicting a spiral staircase interior.
  • Production Credits: Created as part of the TSL series (Bayamón, PR).

🔬 Design Lab & Process History

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Size: C10
05/06/2025

Rowland Hill and Penny Black Anniversary: Día Mundial de la Filatelia (San Juan, PR)

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Front Design

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Canceled with Pictorial Postmark

Rowland Hill and Penny Black Anniversary

Commemorating World Philately Day on May 6, 2025, this #10 commercial cover honors the pioneering figures and milestones of postal history. Featuring a portrait of Sir Rowland Hill—the postal reformer who conceived the adhesive postage stamp and uniform penny post—alongside a replica of the historic Penny Black, this design celebrates the foundations of modern communication.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features multiple design elements including an ornate black and gold cartouche reading “DÍA MUNDIAL DE LA FILATELIA / SAN JUAN, PR / 2025”, a vintage sepia-toned portrait of Sir Rowland Hill styled as a stamp, a replica of the 1840 Penny Black, and a lower decorative plaque proclaiming “185TH ANNIVERSARY / PENNY BLACK / 1840”. Includes the TSL maker’s mark.
  • Pictorial Cancellation: The official pictorial cancellation depicts a historic sentry box (garita) and reads “Día Mundial de la Filatelia / La Garita Station / May 6, 2025 / San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936”.
  • Franking: Franked with a U.S. “Forever/USA” Shaker Design stamp depicting a spinning wheel.
  • Production Credits: Created as part of the TSL series (Bayamón, PR).

🔬 Design Lab & Process History

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Size: C10
05/06/2025

185th Anniversary of the Penny Black: Día Mundial de la Filatelia (San Juan, PR)

Front Design View

Front Design

No Content on Back

Back Design

Official Pictorial Postmark View

Canceled with Pictorial Postmark

185th Anniversary of the Penny Black

Marking World Philately Day on May 6, 2025, this commemorative cover celebrates the 185th anniversary of the issuing of the world’s first adhesive postage stamp—Great Britain’s iconic Penny Black. Released in 1840, the Penny Black revolutionized global communications and ushered in the modern era of postal systems and stamp collecting.

Philatelic Design Notes

  • Cachet Artwork: Features a large, elegant circular medallion in black and rose gold, centered around a profile portrait of Queen Victoria. The border text reads “185th ANNIVERSARY / PENNY BLACK” with the dates “1840-2025”, topped with the inscription “Día Mundial de la Filatelia / 6 de mayo de 2025”. Includes the TSL maker’s mark in the lower-left corner.
  • Pictorial Cancellation: The official pictorial cancellation depicts a historic sentry box (garita) and reads “Día Mundial de la Filatelia / La Garita Station / May 6, 2025 / San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936”.
  • Franking: Franked with a U.S. “Forever/USA” Shaker Design stamp.
  • Production Credits: Created as part of the TSL series (Bayamón, PR).

🔬 Design Lab & Process History

Explore the complete creative journey behind this postmark event: Gemini prompt logs, rejected asset iterations, and final paint.NET compositions.

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