The 2023 Christmas issue is inspired by traditional Christmas carols. Each stamp on the miniature sheet features festive lyrics with matching illustrations. The set of five stamps depict: O Holy Night (2nd class); Silent Night (2nd class large); Away in a Manger (1st class); O Little Town of Bethlehem (1st class large) and We Three Kings (£2.20). These are the first Christmas stamps to feature the new silhouette of HM King Charles III.
The Gold 500 cover image is framed by a 22ct gold-blocked border and bears a Bethlehem, Llandeilo handstamp. Numbered limited edtion of 500.