Tristan artist Jimmy Rogers
Issue date: 15th September 2025
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This set of four commemorative stamps from the Tristan da Cunha Post Office honours the artistic work of the island's most celebrated local artist, Jimmy Rogers.
Born in October 1962 during the islanders' temporary resettlement in the UK following the 1961 volcanic eruption, Jimmy Rogers has become a treasured figure in Tristan's cultural life. He discovered his talent at an early age, earning second place in an arts competition while attending St John's School for the Deaf in 1978. An artist with a deep passion for his homeland, Jimmy has spent many years capturing the essence of Tristan da Cunha through his reminiscent and distinctive artwork.
This special stamp collection focuses primarily on the rich wildlife of the Tristan Islands, a recurring theme in Jimmy's work. His vivid and detailed paintings not only celebrate the natural beauty of the island but also serve as a visual tribute to its unique ecosystem and heritage.
"Jimmy's work speaks not only to the Tristan community but to anyone with a passion for art, nature, and heritage," said Iris Green, Head of the Tristan da Cunha Post Office. "We're proud to present his work in this commemorative set."
Jimmy's art has long been popular among visitors to Tristan, who often purchase his pieces as one-of-a-kind mementos. With the release of these stamps, collectors and admirers across the globe can share in the beauty and heritage of Tristan da Cunha through the eyes of one of its own.
Description of the Stamps
55p – Two Yellow-nosed Albatrosses in a mating dance, with Tristan rising majestically from the sea in the background.
85p – A group of Albatrosses resting at The Ponds, Nightingale Island.
£1.30 – An iconic Rockhopper Penguin, standing proudly on the beach at Inaccessible Island.
£2.00 – A traditional Tristan longboat sailing through island waters, a nod to the community’s strong maritime heritage.
FDC – The FDC shows two Yellow-nosed Albatrosses in a mating dance among tree ferns, with Tristan on the horizon in the background.
The full set is available now for purchase through the Tristan da Cunha Post Office. It will appeal to philatelists, nature lovers, and anyone who values authentic local art that celebrates one of the world's most remote and unique communities.
Technical Specifications
| Design: | Andrew Robinson | Stamp size: | 38 x 30.6mm |
| Printer: | Cartor | Perforation: | 13¼ x 13 per 2cms |
| Process: | Stochastic Lithography | Layout: | 10 |
| Production Co-ordination: | Creative Direction (Worldwide) Ltd |