Title:

"Royal Mail PHQ Postcards Set - Pillar to Post Series with First Day Issue Stamps - PHQ 247 - 2002 📮✉️ Excellent Condition"

Description: "📮 Step back in time with this charming set of Royal Mail PHQ postcards, each celebrating Britain's postal heritage with the Pillar to Post series, PHQ 247, complete with first day of issue stamps postmarked on 8 October 2002.

Features:

• PHQ Card Series: PHQ 247, a nostalgic nod to the evolution of the UK's postal service.
• First Day of Issue: Each card is stamped and marked with the first day of issue postmark, adding a layer of authenticity and historical value.
• Issue Date: 8 October 2002, perfect for marking the centenary of the iconic pillar boxes.
• Condition: Excellent condition, showcasing the vibrant artwork and historic designs.
• Illustrations: Features a range of pillar box designs from different eras.
• Informative: The back of each card provides details about the design and era of each post box.
• Collectible Appeal: A treasured find for philatelists, historians, and lovers of British culture.
• Size: Standard postcard dimensions, ready for inclusion in any esteemed collection.

✨ This delightful set includes postcards depicting:

1. The 1874 hexagonal Penfold pillar box
2. The 1857 vertical pillar box with VR royal cypher
3. The 1934 airmail box designed for air mail only
4. The 1939 George VI pillar box, symbolizing the reach of the British postal service overseas
5. The 1980 Elizabeth II lamp box, a modern iteration in postal service

📬 Each postcard is a tribute to the iconic and enduring symbol of the UK's communication network.

🔍 We invite you to inspect the images closely to appreciate the quality and condition of these postcards, from the detailed depictions of the pillar boxes to the distinct postmarks.

💖 Ideal for those with a passion for British heritage or for adding a touch of historical elegance to a postcard collection. Don't miss out on this exquisite set - enhance your collection with these postal artifacts today!"