Spice Girls stamps series released by Royal Mail
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Iconic British band, The Spice Girls, have been honoured by the Royal Mail with the release of a series of stamps emblazoned with the fierce five's faces.
The special stamps celebrate the 30th anniversary of the chart-topping girl group, who earned themselves a huge fanbase in the 1990s.
Their debut hit single, Wannabe, stayed at the top of the chart for seven weeks and the group went on to have eight more UK number ones.
The band formed in 1994 after a casting advert was posted in The Stage newspaper, saying: "R.U. 18-23 with the ability to sing/dance?"
After Wannabe 'Spice Mania' swept the planet, launching one of the most successful music groups in the world.
The Spice Girls said they were "so excited to be celebrated by Royal Mail, alongside some of the most iconic and influential music legends".
It is the first time the Royal Mail have dedicated a collection to an all-female group.
The have previously released stamps dedicated to other British icons including Paddington Bear, The Rolling Stones, Sir Paul McCartney and Harry Potter.
But who would you like to see on a set of stamps?
Perhaps you have a favourite singer, sports star or author that you would like to see honoured? How about a character from a book, or an inspirational figure from history who you think deserves a place in history?
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- Published25 May 2019