The Universal Exposition of Seville (Expo '92) 17.2.1992
The Universal Exposition of Seville (Expo '92) took place from Monday, April 20 to Monday, October 12, 1992 on La Isla de La Cartuja (Cartuja Island), Seville, Spain. The theme for the Expo was "The...
View ArticleSelected Artworks of Zheng Banqiao 22.11.1993
Zheng Banqiao (1693-1765), born in Xing Hua, Jiangsu province, is famous for his painting and calligraphy, inscription of stone tablets and poem. He was the magistrate in Fan and Wei Counties in...
View ArticleVATICAN CITY STATE - Popes during 1929 to 1979
The four stamps on this FDC depict a view of Vatican City (50), and portray three Popes during the period 1929 to 1979. The other three stamps comprising the full set of 7 stamps portray three other...
View ArticleWorld Heritage of Humanity 10.12.1980
Ávila is a Spanish town located in the autonomous community of Castile and León, and is the capital of the Province of Ávila. It is sometimes called the Town of Stones and Saints, and it claims that it...
View ArticleUN Peacekeeping Force 21.11.1975
Peacekeeping by the United Nations is a role held by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations as "a unique and dynamic instrument developed by the Organization as a way to help countries torn by...
View ArticleSwiss Service stamps in use by the UPU. 16.9.1976
Swiss Service stamps in use by the UPU.
View ArticleA Century of Service: Animals in War
In the lead-up to Remembrance Day 2015, Australia Post commemorated the valour and sacrifice made by countless animals during Australia's involvement in war with the release a new stamp issue.Australia...
View ArticleThe International Fleet Review (IFR) 2016 at Vizag- Bridges of Friendship...
This lovely First Day Cover commemorating The 2nd International Fleet Review (IFR) was given to me by my Dear friend Commodore Bibhu Mohanti.A Naval Fleet review is a ceremonial and stately inspection...
View ArticleProtection for Refugees 24.4.1953
As a reminder to the world of the plight of refugees, the first United Nations commemorative stamp of 1953 will call attention to their urgent need for aid. The U.N. Postal Administration announced...
View ArticleFruits of the Forest 29.11.1973
Pro Juventute is a charitable foundation in Switzerland established in 1912. It is dedicated to supporting the rights and needs of Swiss children and youth.Since 1913, the Swiss post office has issued...
View ArticleAnniversaries & Events 19.9.1974
(15) Centenary of Swiss Constitution. The Federal Constitution of the Swiss Confederation of 18 April 1999 is the third and current federal constitution of Switzerland. It establishes the Swiss...
View Article1960 Winter Olympics, Squaw Valley, California, United States. 18.2.1960
The 1960 Winter Olympics was a winter multi-sport event held between February 18–28, 1960 in Squaw Valley, California, United States. The Soviet Union dominated the medal count winning twenty-one...
View Article50th anniversary of union of Spitsbergen (Svalbard) with Norway 14.8.1975
Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole. One of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas, it's known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra...
View Article125 Years of The Berlin Fire Service 13.5.1976
Commemorating 125 Years of The Berlin Fire Service.
View ArticleGOLDEN JUBILEE of SINGAPORE - A Brighter Future Together05.08.2015
SINGAPORE 2015 GOLDEN JUBILEE (NATIONAL DAY PARADE) CINDERELLA SHEET OF 2 STAMPS‘A Brighter Future Together’ commemorative stamp set was issued on 5th August 2015 to commemorate the 50thAnniversary of...
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Spain 1960 International Philatelic Congress CIF60 and Exhibition Barcelona.The stamps on this FDC depict:-(a) The Holy Family Temple; Templo de la Sagrada Família (Barcelona) and (b) The Holy Christ...
View ArticleThe National Fund for Health Protection 12.7.1975
This Polish stamp on the FDC was issued to commemorate The National Fund for Health Protection.
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