2023 Impressions - Queen Elizabeth II: In Memoriam Prestige Postal Numismatic Cover

2023 PNC - Impressions - Queen Elizabeth II: In Memoriam Prestige Cover

Limited Edition Postal Numismatic Cover (PNC) Commemorating a Remarkable Life

Honour the life and legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (1926–2022) with this exquisite, limited-edition 2023 'Impressions' Prestige Postal Numismatic Cover (PNC). This cover serves as a beautiful and poignant tribute to the monarch whose reign was defined by dedication, service, and unprecedented longevity.

Key Features

• Strictly Limited Edition: This embellished cover is limited to an edition of just 500.
• Protective Presentation: Presented in a clear, acid-free protective sleeve.
• Premium Detailing: The cover features a stunning aqua foil embellished rose, accompanied by a foiled postmark and individual numbering.
• Cover Design: Designed by Jo Muré, Australia Post Design Studio, featuring Shutterstock pattern imagery.

The Coin

The cover includes a specially-minted coin featuring the Memorial Effigy:

• Coin: 50c standard circulating coin (Limited Mintage)
• Design: Features the Coat of Arms design on the reverse.
• Obverse: Displays the Memorial Effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark.
• Limited Mintage Coin: The coin itself is part of a limited mintage of 16,602, with 9,500 reserved specifically for inclusion in these PNCs.

The Stamps and Theme

The PNC features a block of commemorative stamps honouring the late Queen:

• Stamps: A Block of 6 x $1.20 Queen Elizabeth II stamps are affixed to the cover.
• Stamp Design: Designed by Sonia Young, Australia Post Design Studio.
• Tribute: The six stamps collectively honour hallmarks of her reign: longevity, dedication to service, family and the Commonwealth, numerous visits to Australia, and a fondness for dogs and horses.

In Memoriam

The cover marks the passing of Her Majesty on 8 September 2022, aged 96. Born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary on 21 April 1926, she reigned as Queen of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth for 70 years and 214 days, establishing the longest tenure of any British monarch and any female head of state in recorded history.