DOMINICA

On 4 May 1874, Dominica issued its first stamps, with a set consisting of 1d, 6d, and 1-shilling values. In 1890 local stamps were superseded by those of the Leeward Islands. However, in 1903 local issues were resumed and used concurrently with those of the Leeward Islands. This situation came to an end in 1939 when Dominica became part of the Windward Islands. In 1978, the Commonwealth of Dominica was granted independence by the United Kingdom. Beginning with the stamps saluting Dominica’s Independence local stamps are inscribed COMMONWEALTH OF DOMINICA.