Bosnia Herzegovina year 2005 Youth Philately – Comics MSS

Bosnia Herzegovina year 2005 Youth Philately – Comics MSS

Youth philately and comics on stamps is an interesting intersection that many postal authorities have explored to engage younger collectors. Here are some notable examples and key points:

1. United States – Comic Strip Classics: In 1995, the USPS issued a set of 20 stamps featuring popular comic strip characters like Garfield, Beetle Bailey, Archie, Dick Tracy, and more. They remains a popular topical issue.
2. France – Bande Dessinée: France has a rich tradition of comics, known as BDs, and has featured many on stamps. Notable series include Asterix, Tintin, Lucky Luke, and others. These stamps often coincide with anniversaries or new album releases.
3. Belgium – The Smurfs: As the home of Peyo, creator of The Smurfs, Belgium has issued several stamps featuring the little blue characters, including a sheet in 2008 for their 50th anniversary.
4. Japan – Manga characters: Japan’s manga comics are hugely influential, and characters like Astro Boy, Doraemon, and Dragon Ball have all appeared on stamps to appeal to young collectors.
5. United Kingdom – Beano and Dandy: In 2012, Royal Mail celebrated 75 years of the iconic British comics The Beano and The Dandy with a set of stamps featuring characters like Dennis the Menace, Minnie the Minx, and Desperate Dan.
6. Jersey – Beryl the Peril: In 2015, this Channel Island featured the mischievous schoolgirl character Beryl the Peril from The Topper on a set of stamps for the comic’s 75th anniversary.

Other countries like Gibraltar, San Marino, and Australia have also featured comic characters on stamps. These issues can be a great way to introduce young people to the hobby of stamp collecting through familiar and engaging artwork.

Many postal authorities also create educational materials, like comic-style stamp albums or activity books, to accompany these youth-oriented stamp releases and make the learning process fun and accessible.