Bond stamps his mark on Fleming centenary

Published on Monday 7 January 2008 21:29

A SET of stamps was launched today to mark the centenary of the birth of Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond.

They feature cover designs from six of Fleming's famous 007 novels – Casino Royale, Dr No, Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever, For Your Eyes Only and From Russia With Love.

Samantha Bond, the actress who played Miss Moneypenny in several Bond films alongside Pierce Brosnan, posed beside an Aston Martin DB6 to publicise the new collection.

Julietta Edgar, the Royal Mail's head of special stamps, said: "It is estimated that over half the world's population have heard of James Bond, which is an incredible testament to the imagination of his creator, Ian Fleming.

"I'm delighted to see that the most famous super-spy is once again in the service of Queen and country and will be appearing on millions of items of post."

The Ian Fleming collection of James Bond stamps goes on sale from today in Post Office branches and online.