The History of Black Butter - Stamps First Day Cover
The History of Black Butter - Stamps First Day Cover
£11.85 / In Stock
This First Day Cover displays the stamp set from our 'The History of Black Butter' issue. Illustrated by Chris Wormell.
This First Day Cover is an exclusively produced item; all the stamps are affixed to a specially commissioned full-colour envelope and cancelled with a Jersey Post First Day of Issue special date stamp. Information and technical details of the issue are printed on the reverse.
| Date of issue | 09-10-2025 |
| Withdrawal date | 09-10-2027 |
| Designer | Illustrated by Chris Wormell. |
| Printer | bpost, Belgium |
| Size | Stamp size: 30mm x 40mm. |
| Process | four colour process lithography |
| Denominations | 80p, £1.20, £1.35, £1.90, £2.30, £3.00, £3.90, £4.85 |
Additional Information
This issue includes a set of six stamps and a miniature sheet illustrated with Chris Wormell’s distinct art style, making each stand out. Jersey’s black butter industry dates back to the boom of the cider industry, that once exported up to 150,000 gallons a year. This abundance of apples lead to the creation of black butter, which is now a much-loved delicacy for both locals and tourists.
Black butter consists of a mixture of apples, cider, spices, lemon, and sugar. Traditionally, ingredients were stirred within a bachin (copper cauldron) for 24hours over a hot fire. Its creation was a huge community event, especially within the rural parishes. The labour-intensive work of harvesting, peeling, and stirring was traditionally shared among islanders, turning the process into a social and celebratory event.
Additional Information
This issue includes a set of six stamps and a miniature sheet illustrated with Chris Wormell’s distinct art style, making each stand out. Jersey’s black butter industry dates back to the boom of the cider industry, that once exported up to 150,000 gallons a year. This abundance of apples lead to the creation of black butter, which is now a much-loved delicacy for both locals and tourists.
Black butter consists of a mixture of apples, cider, spices, lemon, and sugar. Traditionally, ingredients were stirred within a bachin (copper cauldron) for 24hours over a hot fire. Its creation was a huge community event, especially within the rural parishes. The labour-intensive work of harvesting, peeling, and stirring was traditionally shared among islanders, turning the process into a social and celebratory event.
