Issued by Great Britain in 1998 as part of the celebrated Queen’s Beasts series, this stamp depicts the Griffin of Edward III, one of the heraldic guardians symbolizing royal ancestry and strength. The griffin combines the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, representing courage and vigilance in British heraldry. The design is inspired by the stone Queen’s Beasts sculptures at Westminster Abbey created for Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation. Its bold graphic style and symbolic medieval theme make it highly desirable among heraldry and monarchy topical collectors. A strong collectible representing British royal tradition and symbolism.