This attractive 1979 commemorative set from the United Kingdom celebrates the rich heritage of British horse racing through reproductions of famous historical paintings. Each stamp highlights an iconic moment in racing history—from early seventeenth-century contests at Windsor to the celebrated Derby of 1936 featuring Mahmoud. The designs beautifully capture the atmosphere of historic race meetings, jockey attire, and period landscapes, making the set appealing to both sports and art-themed collectors. These stamps are especially valued in thematic collections related to equestrian sports, British culture, and classic sporting history.

Stamps in the set:

• 9p – Saddling Mahmoud for the Derby, 1936

• 10½p – Liverpool Great National Steeplechase, 1839

• 11p – First Spring Meeting, Newmarket, 1793

• 13p – Racing at Dorset Ferry, Windsor, 1684