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It’s not only rock ‘n’ roll: The Rolling Stones honoured with Royal Mail stamps
As the globally celebrated band The Rolling Stones turns 60, the British Royal Mail brought out 12 artistic stamps in their honour.
January 19, 2022 18:45 IST
1 / 8As the globally celebrated band The Rolling Stones turns 60, the British Royal Mail brought out 12 artistic stamps in the honour of one of the most iconic rock and roll bands of all time. “Few bands in the history of rock have managed to carve out a career as rich and expansive as that of the Rolling Stones,” David Gold, Director of Public Affairs; Policy at Royal Mail, said in a statement. (Royal Mail/Handout via REUTERS)
2 / 8The legendary Mick Jagger in action on stage. (Royal Mail/Handout via REUTERS)
3 / 8Mick Jagger and Keith Richards creating magic. (Royal Mail/Handout via REUTERS)
4 / 8Charles Robert Watts, the celebrated drummer of the band who passed away on 24 August, 2022. (Royal Mail/Handout via REUTERS)
5 / 8A set of four Royal Mail stamps honouring 60 years of the great rock group are presented in a miniature sheet. (Royal Mail/Handout via REUTERS)
6 / 8An artistic image created in honour of the band. (Royal Mail/Handout via REUTERS)
7 / 8A creative expression converted into a stamp. (Royal Mail/Handout via REUTERS)
8 / 8All the 8 stamps showcasing The Rolling Stones in their heyday. (Royal Mail/Handout via REUTERS)
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