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Royal Mail reveals new set of stamps illustrating well-known mythical creatures

The stamps were illustrated by London-based artist Adam Simpson.

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Royal Mail has revealed images of a new set of stamps illustrating well-known mythical creatures and legendary figures of folklore.

Images in the eight stamps feature Beowulf and Grendel, Blodeuwedd, the Loch Ness Monster, Cornish piskies, Fionn mac Cumhaill, Black Shuck, a grindylow and a selkie.

The stamps were illustrated by London-based artist Adam Simpson.

New Royal Mail stamps
Fionn mac Cumhaill on a new stamp (Royal Mail)

“These beautifully illustrated stamps celebrate a fascinating aspect of British culture and custom.”

The stamps can be pre-ordered from today and go on sale on March 27.

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