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A Group of Four Royal Mail First Day Covers: King Arthur, Robin Hood, Wars of the Roses, Viking Britain

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A group of four Royal Mail First Day Covers, each presenting a thematic series of British postage stamps and accompanying descriptive text. The covers commemorate key periods and legends of British history: ‘The Legend of King Arthur’ (issued 16.3.2021), ‘The Legend of Robin Hood’ (issued 13.4.2023), ‘The Wars of the Roses’, and ‘Viking Britain’ (issued 20.3.2024). The ‘Viking Britain’ cover specifically highlights archaeological artifacts and the historical impact ‘BETWEEN THE 8TH AND 11TH CENTURIES’. Each cover displays multiple British postage stamps, including ‘1ST,’ ‘2ND,’ and various sterling denominations (£1.00, £1.70, £2.00, £2.20, £2.55), all bearing clear ‘FIRST DAY OF ISSUE’ postmarks. The paper/cardstock covers feature full-color illustrations and printed English text.