Isle of Man Post, in collaboration with the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company and Biosphere IOM, introduced twelve great stamps featuring the winning photographs selected from a recent competition titled ‘O Land of Our Birth’. The final choice of images reference the words of Isle of Man anthem, which is one of the most important national symbols.
William Henry Gill (1839–1923) created the anthem of the Isle of Man, with the Manx translation by John J Kneen (1873–1939). It was performed for the first time that year, yet the melody dates back originally to 1770 and a traditional Manx melody known as “Mylecharaine’s March”.
All twelve stamps hold a first class value, with the winning photographs framed to take centre stage in the design. The images showcase the Island's beauty and character. The winning entries were selected for their ability to display and promote the natural beauty of this territory whilst encapsulating the lyrics of the national anthem. The stamps are proudly Manx and features natural beauty of the island displaying the spectacular coastline, landscape, agriculture, etc.
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