In 2025, France will introduce an exciting range of stamps celebrating its rich culture and history. Highlights include a collection honoring Pierre Hermé’s haute pâtisserie, a stamp commemorating Pierre Dac on the 50th anniversary of his passing, and a unique set for the Chinese New Year, featuring the Year of the Snake.
These stamps showcase France’s innovative approach to philately, blending art, tradition, and modernity. This is part 2 of our digest on the new French stamps. You can read part 1 here.
5. Nouvel An Chinois / Chinese New Year stamp series (Release: January 20, 2025)
On January 20, 2025, La Poste celebrates the Chinese New Year with two stamp collections dedicated to the “Year of the Snake.” The official New Year begins on January 29, 2025, marking the start of the Wood Snake year, known for its mysterious and enigmatic nature in Chinese astrology. People born under this sign are observant, intuitive, and thoughtful, with a constant drive for self-improvement, bolstered by the energy of the Wood element.
The 2025 New Year celebrations, observed by nearly 2 billion people globally, span fifteen days filled with parades, dances, fireworks, and family gatherings. The festivities culminate in the Lantern Festival, a joyous finale that brings families together to celebrate before welcoming the next year.
6. Timbre Coeur / Heart Stamp (Release: January 27, 2025)
La Poste celebrates French Haute Pastry with a delectable collection created in collaboration with Pierre Hermé Paris. Each year, for Valentine’s Day, La Poste continues this elegant tradition by releasing a unique series of stamps. In 2025, La Poste partners with Maison Pierre Hermé Paris to present an exquisite collection featuring the “Timbre Cœur Ispahan” and the “Timbre Cœur Macaron.”
This collaboration represents the union of two iconic realms of French art de vivre: philately and haute pâtisserie.
7. NFTimbre #3 / NFT Stamp #3 (Release: January 27, 2025)
Philately has always been a symbol of technical innovation, from unique shapes and scented inks to augmented reality. By diversifying into this new collectible market, La Poste once again demonstrates its ability to innovate and reach a new type of collector. The #NFTimbre1, launched on September 18, 2023, was the first French stamp available in both “physical” and “digital” formats, leveraging Blockchain technology to make each stamp entirely unique and introduce a new way to collect.
A key innovation by La Poste lies in the simultaneous activation of the NFT when the physical stamp block is delivered to the customer. All purchased stamps come with this certificate, granting access to an animated digital version of the block, exclusively available to its owners. The NFT provides a unique identification for each stamp, simplifying authentication and enhancing the collecting experience.
8. Pierre Dac stamp (Release: February 7, 2025)
On February 10, 2025, La Poste will issue a stamp honoring Pierre Dac to mark the 50th anniversary of his passing. A French humorist and actor, he was also a prominent figure in the Resistance during World War II, known for his impactful broadcasts on Radio Londres opposing Nazi occupation in France. His sharp wit and courage made him a symbol of hope and defiance for many during the darkest days of the war. Beyond his Resistance work, Pierre Dac became a beloved figure in French culture, celebrated for his satirical humor and creativity.
This commemorative stamp pays tribute to his legacy, ensuring his contributions to humor and history are remembered for generations to come.
