La baguette
The baguette is not just a staple of our daily lives; it is the emblem of our gastronomy and the crown jewel of French culture.
St. Honoré, the patron saint of bakers, is also revered by confectioners, pastry chefs, flour sellers, and candlemakers. Honoré passed away on January 16th and his feast day is May 16th, 600 AD, a date that is celebrated by bakers in France as St. Honoré’s Day.
In honor of St. Honoré’s Day in 2024, La Poste, the French postal service, issued a unique stamp featuring the iconic baguette. This stamp is particularly special because it is a scratch-and-sniff stamp. The ink used contains microcapsules that release the fragrance of a freshly baked baguette when rubbed by the customer.
In 2022, the French baguette was granted UNESCO heritage status, a testament to its cultural significance and enduring legacy.
I am fortunate to possess this special stamp - both on the cover and in mint condition.
