Justice in Jerusalem, 1961- Stamp issue
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As an historic event, the Eichmann trial lasted two years. It began on 23 May 1960, with Prime Minister David Ben Gurion’s astonishing announcement to the Knesset: “I would like to inform the Knesset that some time ago Israel’s Security Service ascertained the whereabouts of one of the greatest Nazi criminals, Adolf Eichmann, who was responsible, together with the Nazi leaders, for what they called “The Final Solution of the Jewish problem” i.e. the murder of six million European Jews. Adolf Eichmann is now under arrest in Israel and will soon stand trial here, in accordance with the Nazi and Nazi Collaborators (Punishment) Law, 5710-1950.”
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published February 14th, 2012
Stamp Issues – St. Patrick’s Day – 82c Stamp
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On February 9, 2012, An Post issued a stamp based on an icon painting of St Patrick, to commemorate Ireland’s national holiday on March 17.
Legend suggests that St Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, converted the Irish people to Christianity in the fifth century AD. By the time of his death, about 460 AD, Christianity had been firmly established in Ireland.
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published February 14th, 2012
Lunar Horoscope – Year of the Dragon Stamp issue
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Beginning of the Chinese horoscope dates back to the distant past. It belongs to the oldest known horoscope. There are twelve signs and the government in each other character. According to one legend, Buddha invited all animals to the funeral. According to another theory, he invited them to celebrate the New Year. Only 12 animals responded: Rat, Bull, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig came. To reward their arrival, each year was named after one of these animals.
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published February 13th, 2012
Autism Awareness- Stamp issue
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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviours. ASD can be associated with intellectual disability, difficulties in motor coordination and attention, and physical health issues. Autism appears to have its roots in very early brain development. However, the most obvious signs of autism and symptoms of autism tend to emerge between two and three years of age. Studies also show that autism is three to four times more common among boys than girls.
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published February 13th, 2012
Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Liadi 1745-1812- Stamp issue
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There are a limited number of defining moments in Jewish history when extraordinary individuals were able to weave and formulate the length, breadth and depth of Jewish Thought into a single contemplative, systematic and comprehensive entity. One of the most significant of those moments within the last millennium was the work of Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Liadi, a town near Poland. Among his followers, the Rabbi was also known as the “Old Rebbe” (Admor HaZaken) and he is customarily described as the spiritual grandson of Rabbi Yisroel ben Eliezer, the Baal Shem Tov. He founded Chabad Hasidism two hundred years ago and was one of the leaders of Czarist Russia’s Jewish community at that time. His extraordinary genius is apparent in his writings. He possessed a great thirst for knowledge, with an immense command of the Torah and was proficient in many other areas as well.
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published February 12th, 2012
ICONIC PORTRAITS OF THE QUEEN FROM STAMPS, NOTES AND COINS FEATURE ON DIAMOND JUBILEE STAMP SHEET
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Royal Mail is celebrating Her Majesty The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee with a unique sheet of new 1st Class stamps, featuring iconic images issued throughout the Queen’s 60-year reign.
The Diamond Jubilee Miniature Sheet, issued on 6th February 2012, is the first time that official portraits of The Queen as she appears on stamps, coins and banknotes, have been brought together.
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published February 12th, 2012
The Arts 2012: Károly Ferenczy was born 150 years ago – Stamp issue
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Magyar Posta is commemorating the 150th anniversary of the birth of Hungary’s greatest master of Impressionism by issuing a special stamp
Magyar Posta is commemorating the 150th anniversary of the birth of the painter Károly Ferenczy, Hungary’s greatest master of Impressionism, by issuing a special stamp. The painting Morning Sun-shine (1905) appears on the stamp and Self Portrait (1910) is used on the first day cover. The first new commemorative stamp of 2012 was designed by the graphic artist Ervin Widerkomm based on a photograph by Tibor Mester, and was made by the Hungarian banknote printing company Pénzjegynyomda.
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published February 11th, 2012
Cornerstone Centennial: Technion Israel Institute of Technology- Stamp issue
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This is the story of a single stone that helped shape a nation…
On April 11, 1912, 36 years before the State of Israel declared its independence, a ceremony was held on the barren slopes of Mount Carmel near the port of Haifa. None of the finely dressed participants could have imagined that the laying of the cornerstone for the “Technikum” would be a historic milestone in realizing the implausible vision of creating a world-class institute of scientific and technological education in this remote corner of the Ottoman Empire.
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published February 11th, 2012
Big Game is Over but Mementos Still Available from USPS- Envelope
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This year’s edition of football’s biggest game is already being labeled a classic, and fans can still grab a piece of history by ordering collectible stamped envelopes celebrating Sunday’s Super Bowl via mail.
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published February 10th, 2012
SNEAK PREVIEW OF CHARLES DICKENS STAMPS TO CELEBRATE BICENTENARY OF HIS BIRTH
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In celebration of the life and works of Charles Dickens, the Royal Mail today revealed a sneak preview of two stamps – officially launching in June – to celebrate the bicentenary of the novelist’s birth.
The two stamps feature illustrations from his first novel, The Pickwick Papers (originally serialised and entitled The Posthumous Papers of Pickwick) and his 1838 novel, Nicholas Nickleby.
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published February 10th, 2012
Greetings 2012- Stamp issue
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Bring a smile to someone special by sending them a greeting card with one of our colourful and vibrant Greeting Stamps 2012. Featuring images of a gift box and a set of birthday candles these stamps will bring a sense of fun to any special occasion. These stamps can be purchased in pairs or in a booklet of ten stamps, with a selection of colourful stickers included in the booklet.
Source: Ireland post
published February 9th, 2012
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