Stamps depict Royal Golden Guernsey Goats

The Royal title was granted to the Guernsey Goat by King Charles III and Queen Camilla on 16 July 2024, during their first official visit to Guernsey since His Majesty’s accession to the throne. It was the first time in recent history that such a title had been bestowed upon a livestock breed.

Now formally known as the Royal Golden Guernsey Goat, this rare dairy breed, which is commonly found on Guernsey, is known for its golden skin and hair, as well as long hair, and sometimes a small white marking on the head. 

Despite its royal recognition, the breed remains endangered, with fewer than 2,000 living animals. Conservation efforts, led by organisations such as the Rare Breeds Survival Trust, aim to preserve and promote the breed’s unique genetic heritage. 

World first for philately with release of Cyberstamps

As an exciting addition to this issue, and in a world first for philately, Guernsey Post has produced two limited edition cyberstamps depicting characters Billy and Nanny, who are Royal Guernsey Goats.

Each cyberstamp product comprises a limited edition gummed cyberstamp and a souvenir sheet comprising the two official postal stamps with a special cancel. 

The limited edition cyberstamp is supplied with a unique digital twin, which can be revealed, along with its rarity, by scanning the QR Card on the cyberstamp on the reverse of the card, with a smart phone.  The digital twin can be saved into a personal digital album which may be accessed at www.guernseycyberstamps.com.

Bridget Yabsley, head of philatelic at Guernsey Post, said: - 
“We are delighted to mark the first anniversary of the Guernsey Goat breed receiving its Royal title with our latest stamps, and to announce the launch of our cyberstamps. We hope that collectors and enthusiasts alike will share our excitement for this philatelic world first.”

For more information please visit www.guernseycyberstamps.com