Gibraltar year 1904 stamp 1 shilling black and carmine

Gibraltar year 1904 stamp 1 shilling black and carmine

British Gibraltar refers to the territory of Gibraltar, which is a British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula. It is bordered to the north by Spain. Gibraltar has been under British sovereignty since 1713, following the signing of the Treaty of Utrecht, although its status has been a subject of contention between Britain and Spain over the years.

Gibraltar is strategically significant due to its location at the entrance of the Mediterranean Sea, and it has a long history of military and naval importance. Today, it is primarily known for its iconic Rock of Gibraltar, its thriving economy based on tourism, financial services, and shipping, as well as its unique cultural blend of British, Spanish, and Mediterranean influences.