Celebrate the remarkable 200-year history of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) with this captivating stamp collection from the Isle of Man Post Office. Issued on January 4th, 2024, these stamps pay homage to the founding of the RNLI by Sir William Hillary in 1824 on the Isle of Man, a momentous event in the nation's maritime history.
This collection comprises six beautifully designed stamps, each dedicated to a specific Manx lifeboat station, and the sixth stamp is a tribute to the founder, Sir William Hillary. These stamps provide a unique window into the heroic work of the RNLI, and the lifeboats and volunteers who have saved countless lives.
The accompanying issue text delves into the origins of the RNLI, highlighting its pivotal role in reducing shipwrecks around the UK coasts as well as providing insight in to each of the Isle of Man's lifeboat stations. The stamps feature historical images from the RNLI's archives.
These limited-edition stamps are a heartfelt tribute to the RNLI's life-saving legacy and a perfect way to commemorate this incredible bicentenary. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of maritime history.
The collection consists of six stamps with five dedicated to a specific Manx lifeboat station, and the sixth stamp is a tribute to the founder, Sir William Hillary.
Stamp one - Port St Mary Lifeboat Station
Stamp two - Peel Lifeboat Station
Stamp three - Port Erin Lifeboat Station
Stamp four - Ramsey Lifeboat Station
Stamp five - Douglas Lifeboat Station
Stamp six - Sir William Hillary
