On 19 September, Åland Post issues its first textile stamp. The Dove of Peace stamp is Åland’s first embroidered stamp and part of an international peace project uniting postal services from all over the world in a common message of peace and unity.
Dove of Peace adorns self-adhesive stamp
“The Dove of Peace stamp is a strong symbol of hope and unity and embodies the shared dream of a better world – one stitch at a time. Åland Post and our postal network stand for world peace, which we support through the international stamp project Dove of peace. With the stamp, we join forces in spreading the message,” says Johanna Finne, design manager at Åland Post Stamps.
International stamp project with joint motif
The Dove of Peace stamp project is an international initiative by Philatelie Liechtenstein and Hämmerle & Vogel. Eleven postal administrations in Europe and around the world, as well as the Universal Postal Union (UPU) participate in the project. The universal peace symbol adorns the self-adhesive commemorative stamps issued simultaneously by all participating postal administrations. Only the country name and denomination distinguish the issues.
The message of peace across borders
In a time of uncertainty and conflict, the theme of peace and reconciliation is more important than ever. Like a flying dove, the stamp transcends borders, spreading a powerful message of love, tolerance, and humanity. The basis of peace is not only freedom and solidarity, but also the will to understand and respect each other's differences.
A unique textile stamp
The unique embroidered textile material of the Dove of Peace stamp provides a three-dimensional and tactile feel, making it different from traditional stamps. Behind the design and production of the stamp we find the family-owned Austrian textile company Hämmerle & Vogel with a 100-year tradition of exclusive textile artisanry. Today, the company has specialized in embroidery for the fashion industry, but it has also created embroidered stamps for several European postal administrations.
NOTE! Limited edition – subscribers have priority
Issued in a strictly limited edition, the Dove of Peace stamp is only sold as a mint single stamp or on a first day cover (FDC). Subscribers to Åland stamps have priority for the edition. Only a few stamps will be available for ad hoc orders in the webshop. We reserve for sold out stock.
The stamp is automatically included in a subscription for mint stamp series, stamps of the year (delivered in a glassine bag at the end of the year), year set, self-adhesive stamp, and FDC series.
Are you unsure whether your subscription includes the issue? Log in and check your subscription at subscriber-login.alandpost.com/en/.
You can also contact customer service, and we will assist you.
Order stamp and first day cover in the webshop.
Facts about the issue:
Name of issue: Dove of peace
Date of issue: 19 September 2025
Artist: Iris Hämmerle
Design: Hämmerle & Vogel
Edition: 13 000
Denomination: €10
Price FDC: €11
Stamp size: 55 × 43 mm
Material: 100 % recycled polyester (GRS certified) from PET bottles and other plastic waste with adhesive backing
Process: embroidery, fabric
Printer: Hämmerle & Vogel
The following postal organisations are issuing e a stamp featuring the Dove of Peace: Armenia, Austria, Barbados, Cyprus, the Faroe Islands, Greenland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Switzerland, United Nations Postal Administration and Åland. The peace project is supported by several international partners. Participating in the promotional campaign are Hämmerle & Vogel, German Post and the Universal Postal Union.