Marilyn Monroe Commemorative Postage Stamp Sheet
Philatelic Art / Collectible Postage Stamps • Commissioned by the Government of St. Vincent / International Collectors Society (ICS)
Style & Movement
Commercial Pop Realism / Philatelic Portraiture
Medium & Technique
Offset lithography on perforated gummed paper
Creation Period
Circa 1991-1995 (Post-1962 memorial issue)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 6 x 8 inches; Portrait orientation stamp sheet containing 9 individual stamps in a 3x3 grid.
Subject Description
A souvenir sheet of nine $1 postage stamps featuring various painted portraits of actress Marilyn Monroe, commemorating her life (1926-1922). The portraits capture her iconic blonde hairstyles, glamourous makeup, and expressive poses against dark backgrounds.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the sheet appears flat with intact perforations, though some minor handling wear is visible.
Estimated Market Value
$10 - $25 USD
Auction Estimate
$5 - $15 USD
Provenance History
Issued by the postal authority of St. Vincent; distributed commercially by the International Collectors Society (ICS) with accompanying Certificate of Authenticity (Issue No. 19651).
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of the 'celebrity topical' philately trend common in the late 20th century, where small island nations issued likenesses of American icons for the global collector market. It reflects the enduring cultural iconographic status of Marilyn Monroe.
Notable Features
Includes official Certificate of Authenticity from the International Collectors Society; features sequential portraiture showing various stages of the subject's career; carries 'St. Vincent' denomination and legal tender markings.
Condition Issues
Slight curling at edges; minor surface scuffing possible from lack of protective sleeve; some evidence of handling on the certificate.
Conservation Recommendations
Store in an acid-free, PH-neutral archival glassine envelope or philatelic mount to prevent foxing and gum degradation. Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent UV fading of the lithographic inks.