Baltimore Checkerspot Butterfly Flutters On U.S. Postal Stamp
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The stamp is good for mailing large greeting cards and other non-standard shaped and sized mail, and for mailing First-Class Mail letters weighing up to 2 ounces.
“This beautiful stamp will be coveted by anyone having an interest in butterflies, both in Maryland and across the nation,” said U.S. Postal Service Stamp Services Manager Stephen Kearney. “As a customer convenience, many large greeting cards requiring the additional postage will feature a silhouette of a butterfly to suggest using the stamp.” (read more)
published January 28th, 2012
New Year 2012: “Year of the Dragon”- Stamp issue
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The Philippine Postal Corporation recently came up with the New Year 2012: “Year Of The Dragon” stamps, which was issued last December 5, 2011. It is classified as a “Special” kind of issue with denominations of P 7.00 and P 30.00 and quantity of 35,000 pieces each. Also to be issued are souvenir sheets with a denomination of P 74.00 and quantity of 5,000 pieces. The design for the Se-tenant Pair shows the Philpost Chinese characters series depicting the Year of the Dragon.
The technical description of the New Year 2012: “Year Of The Dragon” stamps are as follows:
Kind of Issue: Special
Date of Issue: December 5, 2011
Sheet Composition: 10 (2 x 5)
Size: 40 mm x 30 mm
Souvenir Sheet: Php74.00 /5,000 pieces
Printing: Litho offset (4 colors)
Paper: Imported Unwatermarked
Printer: APO Production Unit
Designer: Jesus Alfredo D. Delos Santos
Design Coordinator: Dr. Ngo TiongTak
Source: Philippines Post
published January 28th, 2012
Birds of prey stamps soar through the mail
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The U.S. Postal Service salutes five kings of the sky with the Birds of Prey stamps: the northern goshawk, peregrine falcon, golden eagle, osprey and northern harrier. The 85-cent definitive Birds of Prey stamps are being issued in self-adhesive sheets of 20 at a price of $17.00 per sheet. The stamps can be used with virtually all domestic First-Class Mail weighing up to 3-ounces. (read more)
published January 27th, 2012
Tourist stamps- Stamp issue
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A new stamp series has been planned to show the unique beauty of Icelandic nature. The Landmannalaugar area is a popular tourist destination east of the volcano Hekla. Tourists visit the area in summer, after which time the road is closed. Landmannalaugar are located close to natural geothermal hot springs, also popular with tourists. (read more)
published January 27th, 2012
Year of the Dragon- Stamp issue
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Commemorating the Lunar New Year, the United States Postal Service today issued a new Forever Stamp featuring a dragon, the fifth of 12 animals associated with the Chinese lunar calendar.
This colorful stamp is the latest collectible in the Postal Service’s Celebrating Lunar New Year series, which began in 2008 with the Year of the Rat. The Year of the Dragon begins today and ends Feb. 9, 2013. The stamp goes on sale today at Post Offices nationwide, online at usps.com and by phone at 800-782-6724. (read more)
published January 26th, 2012
National Olympic & Sports – 100th Anniversary (Stamp Issue)
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The National Olympic and Sports Association of Iceland (ÍSÍ) was founded on January 28th 1912 under the name of The National Sports Association of Iceland. ÍSÍ is the largest mass movement in Iceland and the only overall association of the Icelandic sports movement. One of ÍSÍ‘s main tasks is to strengthen, coordinate and organize sports activities in Iceland while also promoting the development of all kinds of sports, both public and elite. All sport and youth organizations in Iceland are memebers of ÍSÍ. The Association engages in robust activities promoting education and quality enhancement within the movement. The National Olympic and Sports Association of Iceland is focusing on three main aspects: Sport for All, Elite Sports and Education.
Source: Wopa
published January 26th, 2012
Garden of Love Giclée Print Stamp Issue
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This is a 28 x 16-inch Giclée print of the 44-cent Garden of Love special stamps.
Giclée (from the French word for “spray”) is a process or method for making high-quality art prints with a special type of computer printer that delivers a fine stream of ink. Using this method results in a vivid, pure color with exceptional detail that is suitable for museum or gallery display.
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published January 25th, 2012
Icelandic craftmanship III Stamp Set
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Silverwork has a long tradition in Iceland. Numerous object have been preserved, many of which are of exceptional quality. Koffur is a diadem of gilded silver belonging to a headdress of the national costume designed by the painter Sigurðar Guðmundsson in the latter half of the 19th century. This diadem has a buttercup pattern. A few diadems of this type are preserved in the National Museum of Iceland. The chalice is made of silver with gothic shape.
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published January 25th, 2012
U.S. Postal Service Issues Wedding Cake Stamp
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Brides to be can get ready to mail their wedding invitations now that the Postal Service is issuing a 65-cent Wedding Cake stamp that goes on sale today. The stamp, issued in sheets of 20, is a perfect addition for mailing wedding invitations weighing up to 2 ounces or other First-Class Mail such as oversize cards or small gifts requiring extra postage. (read more)
published January 24th, 2012
Ireland’s Wedding Booklet- 2012
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On 19 January, 2012, An Post issued its ever popular Wedding stamp, for the sixth
consecutive time.
The stamp is especially designed for use on wedding stationery and it is sure to enhance the sense of occasion for both the sender and the recipient. Ireland’s wedding market remains substantial, worth up to €800 million a year. Consumers’ spending on weddings has widespread economic benefits, especially to local communities and traders around the country. (read more)
published January 24th, 2012
Glacier National Park Stamp Issue
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This international rate stamp celebrates Montana’s Glacier National Park. Often described as one of the most stunning national parks in the U.S., Glacier was established on May 11, 1910.
The stamp image shows Logan Pass, the highest point on the park’s spectacular Going-to-the-Sun Road. Peaks of the Northern Rocky Mountains fill the photo’s background. In the foreground, melting snowbanks reveal a lush meadow dusted with wildflowers.
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published January 23rd, 2012
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