Barbuda – Scott # 181

Description

This Barbuda definitive stamp, Scott #181, was issued as part of a pictorial series featuring notable landmarks and historical sites on the island. The design depicts Martello Tower, a circular defensive fortification associated with coastal defense during the colonial period.

Martello towers were built throughout the British Empire in the late 18th and early 19th centuries as part of a system intended to guard against naval attack. The Barbuda tower reflects this military heritage, standing as a reminder of the island’s strategic importance in the Caribbean.

The illustration presents the tower set within a lush green landscape, with its thick stone walls and rounded form emphasized against a light sky. The style balances architectural detail with a scenic setting, highlighting the structure’s enduring presence within the natural environment.

This example is offered mint never hinged (MNH), with full original gum and no signs of hinge marks or disturbance. MNH copies are desirable for collectors of military history, fortifications, and Caribbean architectural themes.

• Scott Catalog Number: 181

• Denomination: 35 cents

• Design: Martello Tower

• Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)

• Country: Barbuda