Lesotho – Scott # 457

Description

All aboard! This gorgeous Lesotho M1 Flying Scotsman stamp (Scott #457) celebrates one of the most iconic locomotives in the world: the 1934 Flying Scotsman of the LNER (Great Britain). Issued in the 1980s as part of Lesotho’s popular international railway series, this stamp features a dramatic illustration of the engine at full power—steam billowing, pistons churning, and that unmistakable apple-green livery shining across the page.

This example is Mint Never Hinged, with full original gum and bright, unfaded color. The wide format gives the artwork plenty of breathing room, making it especially appealing to collectors of railway history, steam engines, transportation themes, or anyone who simply loves a stamp with momentum. A wonderful addition to any topical collection—and a must-have for fans of the world’s most famous train.