Celtic Corvids

A fascinating look at corvids and the mythology surrounding them in local folklore. This collection of six stamps features six original artworks by local Manx artist Julia Ashby Smyth, depicting a Raven, Jackdaw, Magpie, Chough, Rook and Crow. On each stamp you will see the Manx name for each bird, beautifully woven into the artwork.

Corvids have long been associated with the darker side of events in mythology and are often linked with war and battlefields. However, all species of Corvidae possess impressive intelligence - crows for example have excellent memories and human facial recognition and are often dubbed the 'Einstein of birds'.

Come with us as we soar through an exploration of the local mythology and wonderful impact this family of intelligent words have had in history.

85p: Raven / Feeagh
£1.28: Chough / Caaig
£1.60: Jackdaw / Caaig Doo Gassagh
£2.31: Rook / Fannag
£2.31: Crow & Hoodie / Fannag Ghoo & Fannag Charragh
£2.72: Magpie / Madje