Harry Potter

2018 (October 16 2018)
Commemorative

Designed by True North
Size 37mm (h) x 35mm (v)
Printed by International Security Printers
Print Process Lithography
Perforations 14 x 14.5
Gum PVA

Stamps

Hermione Granger

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Hermione is considered by many at Hogwarts to be the brightest witch of her age. On her many adventures with Harry and Ron, it is often thanks to Hermione’s educated mind, grasp of logic and quick thinking that the trio triumphs. Also featured is a Time Turner.

Hogwarts Express

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The Hogwarts Express train is used by students of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The steam train runs between King’s Cross station in London and the village of Hogsmeade, from where the children reach Hogwarts by boat or Thestral-drawn carriage. Access to the train by wizards and witches can only be gained by passing through a brick wall at Platform Nine and Three-Quarters at King’s Cross Station.

Harry Potter

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On his 11th birthday, Harry Potter learns that he has been accepted to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Harry and his friends, Ron and Hermione, brave the challenges of school life while facing the increasing threat of the dark forces led by Lord Voldemort. As Voldemort returns to power, Harry realises that only he can stop the Dark Lord. Also featured is the Golden Snitch from the game of Quidditch.

Flying Ford Anglia

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In Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, the Weasley twins, Fred and George and their younger brother Ron ‘borrow’ their father’s enchanted car to rescue Harry through his bedroom window in the Dursleys’ house. Later on, having missed the Hogwarts Express, Harry and Ron take the car on an exciting journey to Hogwarts.

Ron Weasley

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From the moment they meet on the Hogwarts Express, Ron becomes Harry’s best friend. Ron supports Harry on all of his adventures – including a few times at the wheel of the Flying Ford Anglia – even when it means facing his worst fear: spiders.

Hagrid’s Motorbike

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Riding a flying motorbike, Hagrid and Harry endure a hazardous journey while being pursued by Lord Voldemort and several Death Eaters in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1.

Ginny Weasley

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The youngest and only daughter in the Weasley clan, Ginny spends much of her first year at Hogwarts writing in Tom Riddle’s diary and unknowingly doing the Dark Lord’s bidding. In her fourth year, Ginny joins Dumbledore’s Army and eventually makes her feelings for Harry known. Also featured is Nagini, the snake of Lord Voldemort

Triwizard Cup

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The Triwizard Cup is a trophy awarded to the winner at the end of the third and final task of the Triwizard Tournament. When Harry Potter competes in the Triwizard Tournament, a Death Eater turns the Cup into a Portkey to instantly transport the winner to the graveyard where Lord Voldemort is waiting.

Neville Longbottom

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Neville Longbottom is known as a good-natured but accident-prone boy with an aptitude for Herbology. As the Dark Lord rises to power, Neville bravely joins Dumbledore’s Army and ultimately plays an integral role in the destruction of Lord Voldemort. Also featured is Godric Gryffindor’s sword.

Knight Bus

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Described by its conductor as “Emergency transport for the stranded witch or wizard”, the Knight Bus appears in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. It collects Harry and his trunk from the side of the road after he flees Privet Drive following an altercation with Mr. Dursley’s sister.

Pomona Sprout

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Herbology Professor and expert in dangerous plants. Head of Hufflepuff house

Horace Slughorn

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The new Potions Master during Harry’s sixth year at Hogwarts, Horace Slughorn possesses a crucial memory – one which Harry must access in order to learn the secret of finishing Lord Voldemort.

Sybill Trelawney

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Divination professor at Hogwarts who has prophesied accurately at least twice.

Remus Lupin

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Remus Lupin is the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor during Harry’s third year at Hogwarts. A werewolf and close childhood friend of James Potter, Harry’s fater. Lupin is an active member of the Order of the Phoenix.

Severus Snape

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Severus Snape the Head of Slytherin house and Potions Master for Harry’s first five years at Hogwarts. Severus Snape’s loyalty to Dumbledore and the Order of the Phoenix is often questioned by Harry. Only through viewing Snape’s memories does Harry learn the truth about his motives.