| Added by |
 Steve
|
| Face value | 5 Pence |
| Catalog code (Michel) | GB 578 |
| Catalog code (Scott) | GB 652 |
| Catalog code | Yvert et Tellier GB 641 Stanley Gibbons GB 885 AFA number GB 608 Unificato GB 641 |
| Series | Literary Anniversaries |
| Stamp colour | Olive, Black & Gold |
| Watermark | None |
| Stamp use | Commemorative stamp |
| Print run | 9.767.700 |
| Issue date | 28/07/1971 |
| Designer | Rosalin Dease |
| Paper type | coated, two phosphor stripes |
| Print technique | Photogravure |
| Printed by | Harrison & Sons Ltd |
| Perforation | comb 14¾ x 14¼ |
| Height | 30.00 mm |
| Width | 41.00 mm |
| Catalog prices | Used stamp $0.35 Unused stamp $0.35 |
