This elegant 17-cent stamp from Canada (issued 1979) pays tribute to celebrated Quebec poet Émile Nelligan, featuring artwork inspired by his famous poem “Le vaisseau d’or” (The Golden Ship). The design shows a stylized sailing ship against turbulent green waters, paired with an ethereal portrait evoking the poem’s introspective themes. Part of Canada Post’s series honoring national literary figures, this issue blends fine art and literature, making it a sought-after item for both thematic collectors and lovers of Canadian culture. Its clean typography and vivid imagery give it strong display appeal in poetry, ships-on-stamps, and cultural heritage collections.