Issued by Dominica in 1964, this commemorative stamp marks the 400th birth anniversary of William Shakespeare (1564–1616), one of the greatest literary figures in world history. The design features Shakespeare’s iconic portrait alongside Queen Elizabeth II and a scenic background symbolizing British cultural heritage. Produced during the global Shakespeare Quadricentennial celebrations, the stamp reflects the strong Commonwealth connection to English literature and education. Its elegant monochrome engraving style makes it especially attractive for thematic collectors of literature, famous personalities, and British Commonwealth issues. A desirable mid-20th-century commemorative for cultural and literary philately collections.