The year 2013 is the year of the snake. From ancient times, the perception of the snake has been ambivalent. On the one hand, the snake has been admired as a clean, wise animal with a tenacious hold on life.
published March 20th, 2013
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Chinese zodiac is one of the oldest in the world, based on the lunar cycle, and the beginning of the New Year usually is at the end of the January or in the February.
published February 16th, 2013
By the Chinese zodiac calendar the Year of the Snake will start on February 10. Although many people associate the Snake with dangers and venoms, it is still regarded as a symbol of happiness.
published February 15th, 2013
The Isle of Man Post Office is pleased to present a miniature sheet of stamps to celebrate the Chinese Year of the Snake which is issued to recognise our attendance at the China International Collection Expo to be held in Beijing later this year.
published February 10th, 2013
According to the Chinese Zodiac, 2013 is the Year of the Snake, beginning on February 10, 2013 and ending on January 30, 2014.
published January 27th, 2013
According to Chinese lunar calendar, 2013 marks Gui-Si Year, or the Year of the Snake. In traditional Chinese culture, the snake is considered to represent the virtue of being grateful and repaying kindness.
published January 26th, 2013
The Lunar New Year special stamp issue is the fourth series released by Hongkong Post. The end of the Year of the Dragon ushers in a blissful Year of the Snake.
published January 15th, 2013
The Snake is the sixth sign in the Chinese zodiac and it symbolises wisdom, caution and romance. The stamps feature the calligraphic symbol for the Snake and its pictorial derivation.
published January 11th, 2013
On 28 January 2013, UNPA will issue a Chinese lunar calendar personalized stamp sheet celebrating the “Year of the Snake”.
published December 21st, 2012
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with these dramatic notecards featuring artwork from the Year of the Snake stamps.
published December 15th, 2012
According to the Chinese zodiac, the Year of the Snake will begin on 10 February 2013. It will mark the beginning of Chinese New Year celebrations in New Zealand, China and around the world. Pre-order today for 9 January 2013.
published December 11th, 2012