St. Vincent – Scott #s 330-32
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St. Vincent Scott 330–332 (1972) is a commemorative set depicting 18th-century British infantrymen in historical uniforms. These mint never hinged examples have full original gum.
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Description
Issued in 1972, St. Vincent Scott 330–332 is a commemorative stamp set depicting British soldiers of the 18th century, produced as part of a historical uniform series celebrating Britain’s military heritage. As a former British colony, St. Vincent frequently issued stamps reflecting imperial history, using them both for postal use and for international collectors interested in military and costume themes.
The three designs each portray a different type of British infantryman in period dress. Scott 330 (12¢) shows a private of the Grenadier Company, 32nd Foot (1764), wearing a tall mitre cap and carrying a musket. Scott 331 (30¢) depicts an officer of the Battalion Company, 31st Foot (1772), gesturing forward with sword and staff. Scott 332 (50¢) features a private of the Grenadier Company, 6th Foot (1772), marching with musket at the ready. The detailed uniforms, weapons, and regimental distinctions make the set especially appealing to collectors of military history and costume.
Printed in rich full color, the stamps reflect the 1970s trend toward vivid, illustration-style commemoratives. The fine rendering of cloth, equipment, and posture gives each figure a museum-plate quality, turning the stamps into miniature historical illustrations.
These examples are offered mint never hinged (MNH) with full original gum and no hinge marks. All three stamps are fresh, well-centered, and sharply printed with intact perforations.
Country: St. Vincent
Year of Issue: 1972
Scott Number: 330–332
Denomination: 12c, 30c, 50c
Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
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