A set of 12 Royal Mail stamps marks the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II's birth, featuring eight main stamps with milestone photographs and a miniature sheet that highlights her love of horses and dogs.

Charles is reported to have authored a commemorative speech honoring the late Queen's 70-year reign and legacy of service.

The set also includes a 2021 photograph of Elizabeth II with Charles and Camilla at the Eden Project during the G7 Summit, paired with a 2022 Windsor Castle image.

David Gold, Royal Mail’s director of external affairs and policy, notes that the stamps celebrate both the Queen’s public duty and her private passions.

A standout image in the collection includes the 2002 moment with Prince Philip in the Gold State Coach during the Golden Jubilee, along with another photo from Buckingham Palace’s Throne Room.

On centenary day, Buckingham Palace will host a special reception inviting others sharing 100th birthdays to participate as part of the celebrations.

Upcoming commemorations include a Royal visit to Buckingham Palace’s King’s Gallery exhibition ‘Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style’ on 20 April and a national address by the King on 21 April celebrating her life and legacy.

The stamp collection features notable images such as Elizabeth II’s first public speech to the nation at age 14 in 1940 and Windsor Castle portraits from 1944.

The stamp release is part of a broader range of collectible products aligned with the centenary on April 21, 2026.

In addition to stamps, Royal Mail is releasing a line of gifts and commemorative items bearing the stamp imagery.

The Queen’s enduring roles included Supreme Governor of the Church of England, Head of the Armed Forces, and Head of the Commonwealth, with a long marriage to Prince Philip and lifelong passions for animals and family.