On July 15, 1859, the first postage stamps of the British colony of New Brunswick were issued. The stamps were part of the "Woodblock Issue" and marked the introduction of adhesive postage stamps in the province.
The stamps were designed and printed by the American Bank Note Company. They featured a rectangular design with a portrait of Queen Victoria in the center. The stamps were denominated with various values, including 5 cents, 10 cents, and 17 cents, to represent the different postal rates at the time.
The issuance of these stamps was a significant step in the development of the postal system in New Brunswick. The introduction of adhesive postage stamps made it easier and more convenient for individuals to prepay postage when sending mail.
Today, the early stamps of New Brunswick are highly sought after by collectors and are considered important pieces of philatelic history. They represent the beginnings of postage stamp usage in the province and are valued for their historical and aesthetic significance.
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