New stamps from Croatia

 

Explorers and world travellers

Seljan Brothers

Date of Issue  : 15 October 2013

Croatian Post issued a  commemorative postage stamp dedicated to brothers Mirko and Stevo Seljan.

The names of Mirko and Stevo Seljan, explorers and world travellers have been preserved not only in literature and in titles of museum collections but also in the names of streets, schools, associations as well as in the name of one military station in Ethiopia, which they founded while they were in service of the Emperor Menelic II. The Seljan brothers grew up in Karlovac, a town which has also earlier seen world travellers, and their fondness of adventures was expressed already at an early age. Especially distinguished was Mirko, who after serving the military service in Romania worked as land surveyor in the basins of the rivers Danube and Neva. He travelled through Europe and spoke all major languages and in 1898 won the title Champion of Globetrotter – in only 110 days he walked the whole way from St. Petersburg to Paris.

440th Anniversary of the Peasants' Revolt

Date of Issue : 11 October 2013

On 11 October 2013 Croatian Post issued a souvenir sheet to commemorate the 440th Anniversary of the Peasant’s Revolt. The souvenir sheet and the stamp depict the motif of the monument to Peasants’ Revolt, a work by the sculptor Antun Augustinčić.

 

Day when candles and paraffin lamps were replaced by gas light

Commemorative Postage Stamp 150th Anniversary of the Introduction of Gas Network System in Zagreb issued by Croatian Post.  The motif of the stamp is a gas lamp in Zagreb Upper Town.

 

Best friends of numerous yachtsmen

 

Date of Issue : 26 September 2013

Croatian Post issued three new postage stamps from the set Lighthouses on 26 September 2013 .

Pločica (stamp of face value of 4.60 HRK) is situated six nautical miles south from the island Hvar. The position of the islet was ideal for navigation signalling in the sea corridor which connects the channel of Pelješac and the channel of Korčula.

Stončica (stamp of face value of 5.80 HRK) is a huge lighthouse building in the north-east promontory of the island of Vis adorned by one of the tallest towers of the Adriatic.

Sućuraj (stamp of face value of 7.60 HRK) was built in the most eastern promontory of the island of Hvar.  In the twilight the silhouette of the today automated lighthouse vanishes in a hundred years old pine tree wood in its background.

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New stamps from Tunisia

 

 

Parental Love

A stamp on the theme “Parental Love” was issued by the Tunisian Post ON 18th October  2013.

This issue is part of the general awareness about the importance of parents’ place in the Tunisian family and duty to surround and support them to ensure their dignity and well-being in the family and in society.

The stamp depicts some aspects of parental love, like affection, solidarity and communication, as well as the value of family relationships in order to preserve the principles and values of solidarity and mutual support between generations.

Lighthouses of Tunisia

 

 

Date of Issue : 20 September 2013

A set of four stamps featuring Light Houses of Tunisia by Tunisia Post was issued on 20th September 2013.

 

 

 

Stamp on Harvey Milk by USPS in 2014

The Harvey Milk Foundation confirmed  that the U.S. Postal Service would honor gay rights icon Harvey Milk with a stamp in honor of his memory and legacy.

Milk, the first openly gay man to hold political office in California, will break new ground once again as the first openly LGBT political official to be featured on a postage stamp, which will be released in 2014.

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New stamps on Lighthouses..

 

Date of Issue : 26 September 2013

Croatian Post issued a set of three postage stamps featuring famous Croatian lighthouses – Pločica, Stončica and Sućuraj.

 

Pločica 43° 01,8′ N / 016° 49,2′ E: many respectable European and American magazines have published their reports about the beauties of the tourist offer of Pločica and its underwater world, and now these beauties are also evidenced on the stamp.

Stončica 43° 04,4′ N / 016° 15,6′ E: the lighthouse building is unusual and is unlike any other on the eastern part of the Adriatic. Because of very important strategic position, the building also functioned as a barrack and for the reasons of defence it was digged into firm rocks of the promontory.

Sućuraj 43° 07,5′ N / 017° 12,1′ E: the lighthouse building with the tower is the best preserved historical monument in this part of the island of Hvar. From the lighthouse there is a path to the village Sveti Juraj (St. George) and the well known Grapčeva Cave

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Stamp exhibition on Sri Aurbindo and The  Mother

A  philatelic exhibition solely on Sri Aurobindo and The Mother was held in Kolkata from 15 – 17 August 2013. Perhaps, It was  the first ever philatelic exhibition solely on Sri Aurobindo and The Mother. 15th August is the birth anniversary of Sri Aurobindo.

  

In the  exhibition 52 pages, covering all stamps, max-cards, FDC, Special covers , picture post cards and photo cards on Sri Aurobindo and on The Mother were displayed. Mr Souvik Roy was invited to present his collection in this exhibition. Around 1500 visitors viewed the exhibition.

: Souvik Roy – Kolkata

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New stamps from USA and Canada..

 

Date of Issue : 13 July 2013

The new set from USPS  features the lighthouses at Portland Head, Maine; Portsmouth Harbor, New Hampshire; Point Judith, Rhode Island; New London Harbor, Connecticut; and Boston Harbor, Massachusetts.These five lighthouses are among the oldest in the U.S., and each is on the National Register of Historic Places. Boston Harbor Light is also a National Historic Landmark. Each stamp shows a close-up view of one of the five lighthouses.

 

Canada Post rocks out new stamps featuring Canadian bands

Date of Issue – 19 July 2013

Canada Post is honouring Canadian rock royalty in its latest issue of stamps, available later this month. As part of its Canadian recording artist series, Canada Post is rolling out stamps featuring The Tragically Hip, The Guess Who, Beau Dommage, and Rush.

“This year’s series features Canadian bands that have shaped the music industry in Canada,” Jim Phillips, Director of Stamp Services for Canada Post, said in a statement. “Each band has achieved national acclaim, along with international radio air-time and extensive tours.”

This is the fourth edition of the series. Previously featured musicians include The McGarrigle sisters, Bruce Cockburn, Robbie Robertson, and Ginette Reno.A booklet of 10 stamps costs $6.30. Special envelopes and postcards are also be available.

Beau Dommage
Formed in 1973, Beau Dommage played a significant role in defining Quebec's music in the 1970s. Considered the Beatles of Quebec and French music, the group released their first self-titled album in 1974, and broke sales records at the time. The following year "Où est passée la noce?" went platinum (100,000 units sold) on the first day of sales. Following successful tours in Europe and throughout Canada and Quebec between 1975 and 1978, Beau Dommage broke up in 1978, but reunited in 1994 to release their second self-titled album and tour Quebec the following year. In 2005, Beau Dommage appeared at the FrancoFolies in Montréal and were honoured by their musical peers.

Rush
Rush has sold in excess of 40 million records worldwide, placing them thirdbehind the Beatles and the Rolling Stones - for the most Gold and Platinum records by a rock band. Since their debut album in 1974, the Toronto group's musical style has changed from British blues rock, utilizing synthesizers, sequencers, and electronic percussion. The band recently returned to its rock and roll roots. Rush will be the first Canadian band inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on April 18, 2013, making them part of an elite-few Canadian artists to be so honoured.

The Guess Who
The Guess Who got its start in Winnipeg in 1962 when singer/songwriter Chad Allen joined forces with Jim Kale, Randy Bachman, Garry Peterson and Bob Ashley to form Chad Allen and the Reflections. In 1965, the band's single, "Shakin' All Over," was released to radio stations in a plain white record jacket with only the words "Guess Who?" written on it. Intended to peak curiosity, the name immediately caught on. The rest, as they say, is history. Over the course of their career, The Guess Who have recorded 14 Top 40 hit singles, sold millions of albums, won two JUNO Awards and been inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, Canada's Walk of Fame and the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame. In 2002, the band received a Governor General's Performing Arts Award. While membership in the group has changed over the years, they continue to record and perform to sold-out audiences across the globe.

The Tragically Hip
Formed in 1984 in Kingston, Ontario, The Tragically Hip sought inspiration for their name from the Michael Nesmithmovie, "Elephant Parts." They have released 12 studio albums, two live albums, one extended play (EP), and 54 singles. The Tragically Hip has been the recipient of numerous awards, including 14 JUNO Awards and the Governor General's Performing Arts Award, and have been inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. They have sold millions of records worldwide, managing to enjoy both mass popularity and critical acclaim.

SOURCE : Canada Post

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New Stamps from Poland..

 

The Magical World of Disney

Date of Issue : 1 June 2013

Polish Post will issue two new issues in the month of June featuring Magical World of Disney and Lighthouses.

Lighthouses

Date of Issue : 14 June 2013

  

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