Canadian Recording Artists Postage Stamp

Stamp collecting traditionalists may cringe at the fact that Canada has now joined the small amount of nations that depict living people on postage stamps. I must say though, that I love these stamps! The stamps feature Anne Murray, Gordon Lightfoot, Paul Anka and Joni Mitchell. These living Canadian musical icons still perform around the world today.

The stamp design was inspired by L.P. covers of each artist. Each stamp is actually square and features a photo of the artist at the height of their popularity. Additionally, each stamp features distinctive font types that depict the era.

The printing process was complex on these stamps. There is under-printing in metallic silver ink and then over-printing of the remaining colors. According to the Canada Post, the end result is a “lustrous sheen to the artists’ portraits, and lends a ‘platinum album’ feel to the shiny, disc-shaped stamp booklets and souvenir sheet.” The end result is a cool set that looks like a shiny compact disk.

I think these stamps are great! What a wonderful tribute to these talented performers. Stamp Center has these stamps in stock listed in their “Best Sellers of 2008” category. If you are looking for a wonderful addition to your collection, pick up the Canadian Recording Artists Postage Stamps today!