Cancelled stamp issue "The 100th anniversary of the birth of Professor Krzysztof Skubiszewski (1926–2010)" 

Catalogue number: 5534 
Issue date: 06-10-2026 

In 2026, the 100th anniversary of the birth of Professor Krzysztof Skubiszewski (1926–2010) is commemorated. He was an outstanding scholar of public international law, a diplomat, the first Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Third Republic of Poland, and an international judge.

To mark this anniversary, Polish Post issued a philatelic release honoring a man who played a fundamental role in shaping the foreign policy of democratic Poland after 1989 and helped establish the country's place in a new and united Europe.

The issue pays tribute to one of the most distinguished Polish diplomats of the twentieth century, whose expertise, prudence and determination contributed significantly to strengthening Poland’s international position. 

The stamp features a portrait of Professor Krzysztof Skubiszewski, based on a photograph depicting one of the key figures of Polish diplomacy during the political transformation period. The portrait emphasizes his authority as a scholar, Minister of Foreign Affairs and architect of Poland’s modern foreign policy.

The sheet consists of 20 postage stamps arranged in a 5 × 4 layout. The repeated portrait symbolizes the enduring significance of Professor Skubiszewski’s achievements and his lasting contribution to modern Polish history. The elegant and restrained design focuses attention on the Professor and his role in rebuilding Poland’s international standing after the restoration of full sovereignty. The color palette of deep blue, burgundy and brown tones gives the issue a dignified and commemorative character.

The First Day Cover features a photograph of Professor Krzysztof Skubiszewski presented from a different perspective than that used on the stamp. The design highlights the personal dimension of the issue and presents the Professor as a scholar, diplomat and statesman. The commemorative postmark incorporates the facsimile signature of Professor Krzysztof Skubiszewski, symbolizing his personal contribution to shaping the foreign policy of a free and democratic Poland.

Polish Post sincerely thanks the following individuals for their assistance in the preparation of the philatelic issue “100th Anniversary of the Birth of Professor Krzysztof Skubiszewski (1926–2010)”:

• the family of Professor Krzysztof Skubiszewski:

Mr. Piotr Skubiszewski,

Mr. Marcin Skubiszewski,

• Mr. Łukasz Dębski.