International Day of Human Space Flight

 

 

Yuri Gagarin, the world's first cosmonaut to have travelled in outer space

The United Nations (UN) celebrates the International Day of Human Space Flight on April 12 each year. The day remembers the first human space flight on April 12, 1961.

April 12, 1961, was the date of the first human space flight, carried out by Yuri Gagarin. This historic event opened the way for space exploration. In 2011 the UN declared April 12 as the “International Day of Human Space Flight” to remember the first human space flight and to promote the exploration and use of outer space for peaceful purposes and to the benefit of humankind.

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From the Readers…

Error Variety on 2012 India - Israel Joint Issue Stamp

While going through the recent stamps, I noticed an error in the Diwali stamp of 2012 - India Joint Issue with Israel stamp issue.

I name it as 'Ring of Fire' variety - a small ring in yellow color above the letter 'A' in 'INDIA' .This stamp is from the full sheet, which means, it is not from the sheetlet.

I am not sure whether this is a constant error (i.e. similar stamp can be found in each sheet at the same position of this stamp in row and column). so, stamp collectors can check and see if they find any similar stamp in their collection.

- Kasinath R. - Tanjore

 

New pictorial cancellation from Germany

On May 8th a new pictorial cancellation (FDI-postmark) will be issued at 53113 BONN. The cancellation is featuring the head of a White-tailed Sea Eagle(Haliaeetus albicillia). Interested philatelists may please contact: Wolfgang Beyer, Vice Chairman of the German Philatelic Collector Group ARGE ZOOLOGIE. Mail: Wolfgang.beyer1@aol.de. Postage rates:
2,90 Euro Registered AIRMAIL( Registered mail possible only).

Courtesy: Mr.Wolfgang Hölzl from the IG New Guinea(www.i-ng.org.)

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Hi !

I have just published April 2014 Issue of Rainbow Stamp News on Blog. It could be viewed at following links :

http://rainbowstampnews.blogspot.in/2014/04/rainbow-april-2014_1.html

http://rainbowstampnews.blogspot.in/

 

 

New Pictorial cancellation from Germany

On May 4th 2014 a new pictorial cancellation will be issued in 98530 ROHR.The cancellation is featuring a Eurasian Green Woodpecker(Picus viridis)-Bird of the Year 2014 in Germany.Interested

philatelists may please contact: Wolfgang Beyer, Vice Chairman of the German Philatelic Collector Group ARGE ZOOLOGIE. Mail:Wolfgang.beyer1@aol.de. Postage rates: 0,75 Euro AIRMAIL , 2,90 Euro Registered  AIRMAIL.
Courtesy: Mrs.Christiane Kellermann( German Philatelic Collector Group BSV Meiningen e.V.)

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MY STAMP STARTED IN BILASPUR

Another milestone set in the postal as well as philatelic history of Bilaspur ( C.G.) as MY STAMP facility was inaugurated on 21^st Mach 2014 in a ceremonial function in Philatelic Bureau Bilaspur, Chhattiasgarh. The stamp was released in presence of SSP,Bilaspur Postal Division Sri Patel, Post master Sri Sahu & senior and renowned philatelists Sri C.R.Andhare, Sri Naresh Agrawal, Sri Atul Jain and Sri Ajay Gupta.

On this occasion Mr. Andhare spoke about formation and various activities of Chhattisgarh Philatelic Association, Bilaspur and congratulated India Post for starting this facility in Bilaspur. Mr. Agrawal quoted this day as a milestone in the postal and philatelic history of Bilaspur and emphasized that people of Bilaspur should avail this facility to the maximum and should utilize this by not only attaching their own picture but pictures of heritage buildings and other various things.

Mr. Atul Jain said that that was like a dream coming true. He said that this facility has given opportunity to a common man to become part of a stamp which otherwise depicts pictures of great personalities only. Mr. Ajay Gupta also congratulated India Post and appealed local public to avail maximum benefit of this facility. Mr Patel appreciated and thanked all the local philatelists for their regular persuasion and contribution for development of philately in this area. While showing his great concern on this achievement he said that as this facility would not only open gateway for public to be part of a postal stamp but would also be a good source of generating revenue for the DOP. The my stamp sheet containing 12 stamps of Rs. 5/- each costs Rs. 300/-. Four stamps showing different flower were released. During this function a good number of postal workers, officers, stamp collectors and general public was present.

- Naresh Agarwal – Bilaspur (C.G.)

 

New pictorial cancellation from Germany

On May 24th 2014 a new pictorial cancellation will be issued in 32052 Herford. The cancellation is featuring three hedgehogs. Interested philatelists may please contact:
Wolfgang Beyer, Vice Chairman of the German Philatelic Group ARGE ZOOLOGIE. Mail:Wolfgang.beyer1@aol.de.
Postage rates : 0,75 Euro AIRMAIL, 2,90 Euro Registered AIRMAIL

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My recent Covers…

 

Hi !

I have received these nice Registered covers with  pictorial cancellations on Flowers, so kindly sent by Mr Wolfgang Beyer of Germany.  Many many thanks to Mr Beyer for these nice covers.

 

Thanks to Mr Wolfgang Beyer - Germany

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UPHILEX 2014

UP State Philatelc Exhibition 2014 will be held  from 7 – 9 th March at Rajkiya Abhilekhagar, Mahanagar, Lucknow – 6. There is no entry fee in Junior and school category. In senior section, entry fee is Rs 100 per frame. For details contact Philatelic Bureau, Lucknow.

:  Mr Zaidi – Lucknow - Ashwani Dubey – Gorkahpur

Desk Calendar from India Post

India Post has issued a Table Desk Calendar of 2014 on Children's Day Subject. The price of this calendar is is Rs. 80/- . For Calendar Contacy Philatelic Bureau of your city .

: Timir Shah - Vadodara

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Winter flora stamps from Isle of Man

 

Date of Issue : 6 January 2014

This beautiful Miniature sheet and a set of 8 stamps will appear on first 2014 stamps of Isle of Man with the start of New Year.

 

Great Start to the New Year...

As the diverse and exceptional cultural life of the Isle of Man is recognised by the 2014 Island of Culture 2014 festivities. It is the celebration of the arts with an issue featuring the work of Manx artist Juan Moore.

Island of Culture 2014 is a year of special events showcasing the incredibly rich cultural scene in the Isle of Man, from painting and poetry to music and theatre.

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SHARJAH 2013

- A Report by Kenneth Sequeira from Dubai

Federal National Council (FNC) Speaker Mohammed Ahmed Al Murr on Thursday opened Sharjah 2013 Stamp Exhibition, organised by Emirates Philatelic Association as part of the celebrations of the 42nd UAE National day. 

The five-day event, now in its fourth year, brought together more than 50 leading stamp exhibitors, including some 30 dealers who are  displaying some of their most valuable collections.

The exhibition encompasses a wide-reaching range of philately themes spanning two centuries, displaying some of the world’s most extraordinary and elusive stamps among the 128 exhibits. It chronicles milestones in the UAE’s four-decade history. Topics range from 19th century Egyptian postal stationery to the earliest days of postal aviation. “Philately is a pursuit enjoyed all around the world, bringing collectors together to exchange not only stamps but also ideas. It offers a unique way to look at our history,” said president of the Emirates Philatelic Association Abdulla Khouri.

 

 

 

New Pictorial cancellation from Germany

On May second , 2014, a new pictorial cancellation will be issued in 20535 Hamburg.The cancellation is featuring a  Salmon (Salmon salar) for the "Day of fish" during the philatelic exhibition NORDPOSTA 2014 at Hamburg.

Interested  philatelists may please contact:
Wolfgang Beyer, Vice Chairman of the German Philatelic Collector Group ARGE ZOOLOGIE.
Mail: Wolfgang.beyer1@aol.de . Postage rates: 0,75 Euro AIRMAIL, 2,90 Euro Registered AIRMAIL.

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My recent covers..

 

 

Cover from Monaco

David Jastrzebski – Dijon, France

Hi ! I received these nice covers and Post card recently. My sincere thanks to  David Jastrzebski, Wolfgang Beyer and Chaitanya Jogdeo for these covers and postcard !!

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Missent to Jakarta, Indonesia

The following two covers bearing missent marks to Jakarta

 

 

  Wolfgang Beyer, Germany

 

Pictorial cancellation of GPO, Pune

Chaitanya Jogdeo, Pune

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Pictorial Cancellation on Durga Puja

 

Private Special Cover

Mr Alok Ojha,SSP (Post) releasing special cancellation

A special pictorial cancellation was issued today by Gorakhpur Postal Division on Vijay Dashmi – Durga Puja. The beautiful pictorial cancellation also features Swastika and Om !!

: Ashwani Dubey – Gorakhpur email : ashwani.dubey72@yahoo.com

 

Stamp on Olympic torch relay

 

Date of Issue : 7 October 2013

Russian Post issued a souvenir sheet with one stamp dedicated to the Olympic torch relay for the Winter Olympics 2014 in Sochi.

The history of the Olympic torch relay began in 1936, and in 1952 the relay preceded the Olympic Winter Games for the first time.

The stamp of the souvenir sheet  depicts the emblem of the Olympic Torch Relay of the XXII Olympic Winter Games 2014 in Sochi. The fields of the S/S illustrate the map of the Russian Federation; the Torch Relay, the images of the Moscow Kremlin and the Naval Station in the city of Sochi.

Nature Protection : Slovak Minerals

 

The Slovak post Pofis issued a set of two stamps within the series “Nature Protection” depicting Slovak minerals – precious opal from Dubnik and scepter quartz from Sobov.

Opal is an amorphous substance, hydrated silicon dioxide (SiO2.nH2O), with a variable amount of water (3-21%). There are several opal varieties nonetheless the precious opal represents one of the most valuable ones thanks to opalescence, a magic light reflection of sparkling colourful pastel colours. Colour changing is caused by a refraction and dispersion of light on fine layers with different content of water, minute admixtures of other minerals or in micro-fissures. The precious opal is the most famous gemstone of Slovakia. It can be found in fillings of fissures in Late Tertiary volcanic rocks – andesites in areas between Cervenica and Dubnik in Slanskevrchy Hills. It was formed by condensation of hot silicate aqueous solutions which as after-effects of volcanic activity penetrated into fissures of neighbouring rock.

Quartz (SiO2) is one of the most common minerals in nature forming hexagonal columnar crystals finished with planes of trapezohedron or dipyramid. Crystal planes are frequently grooved.  The crystals can be found in a form of crystal twinning and other various deformations. However, this mineral usually has massive, granular or microcrystalline shape, and can be also found as amorphous. It can be of various colours, virtually covers the whole colour spectrum. Its streak is white.  Quartz is a transparent even translucent mineral with vitreous shine on a new surface. Plenty of its forms represent semiprecious stones, for instance: clear crystal quartz, rose quartz, violet amethyst, yellow citrine, smoky quartz, black morion, amorphous chalcedon variable in colour, agate and opal.

A so-called sceptre or dovecote quartz is a mineralogical curiosity from the vicinity of Banska Stiavnica. The crystals are joined together along the longest axis in such a way that their final shape reminds a sceptre or a dovecote (the bigger crystal is usually grown on the smaller one or vice-verse).

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New stamps for Chirstmas 2013..

 

Date of Issue : 23 September 2013

Posta Faroe Islands issued a set of two stamps within the series “The Christmas Gospel 1″ dedicated to the coming Christmas 2013. The pictures featured on stamps are as follows..

In the first picture, it appears that there is only room for the Message of Joy in a small barn among livestock. In the space above, the star continues to shine, also through the small window of the shed, and announces the new and divine reality. The rod and ladder stand on each side of the barn and symbolize the hope for a new way onward and up.

In the next picture, Joseph holds the rod in his hand, and stands with his arm around Mary’s shoulder, ready to lead his family through life – in harmony with his wife and his creator – for still the star shines from the high and leads the way. Mary and Joseph are surprised that the Almighty has settled among humans.

This is the admirable message of Christmas: that God’s giving and sacrificial love can be accommodated in the heart of every single human being.

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'Moon Mail,' space stamps now on display in world's largest postal gallery

The first envelope postmarked on the moon, the Apollo 15 "Moon Mail," as seen in the "Gems of American Philately" exhibit in the new William H. Gross Stamp Gallery in Washington, D.C. (SNPM)

September 23, 2013 — The first and only envelope to be postmarked on the surface of the moon is now on display as part of the world's largest postage stamp gallery.The Smithsonian opened its new William H. Gross Stamp Gallery at the National Postal Museum on Sunday (Sept. 22). Named for its primary benefactor, a philanthropist and philatelist, the Washington, D.C. gallery showcases U.S. and international postage stamps and mail in the context of America's history and culture.Among its more than 20,000 items on exhibit, the Gross Stamp Gallery highlights several examples where stamps have helped commemorate and mark milestones in space exploration history.

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New Pictorial Cancellation from Germany

A new pictorial cancellation will be available on October 6th in 56422 WIRGES. The cancellation is featuring a BLUE TIT(Cyanistes caeruleus).Interested philatelists may please contact Wolfgang Beyer, Vice Chairman of the German Collector Group ARGE ZOOLOGIE. Mail: Wolfgang.beyer1@aol.de. Postage rates: 0,75 Euro AIRMAIL, 2,80 Euro registered AIRMAIL.

Special Covers on Cricket

Cricket fans will  appreciate cricket art and history in the form of limited edition match day covers. These special stamp and envelope combinations were issued for Test matches played at Lord’s Cricket Ground. They feature artwork by renowned cricket artists including many from the MCC’s own art collection, even the postmark is the famous MCC logo. View the cricket section at bletchleycovers.com .

: Terry Mitchell - email : terry@ltmp.co.uk

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Permanent Pictorial Cancellation..

 

On 15th August 2013 which was also the birthday of Sri Aurbindo, a new Philatelic Counter was opened at Sri Aurbindo, Pondicherry Post Office and a permanent pictorial cancellation was issued from this Post Office.

Mr Mervin Alexander. PMG Tamilnadu Circle and Mr Manoj Das Gupta, the Manging Trustee, Sri Aurbindo Ashram

: Pradip Jain – Patna

email : philapradip@gmail.com

Birth of  Royal Baby

 

The Pitcairn Islands Philatelic Bureau commemorated the royal birth by the issue of new stamps.

The Royal baby, George Alexander Louis, born to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, has the title of HRH Prince of Cambridge, following a royal decree earlier this year, issued by the Queen allowing this royal baby – and all of William and Kate’s children, to be titled prince or princess. The decree said “that all the children of the eldest son of the Prince of Wales should have and enjoy the style, title and attribute of royal highness with the titular dignity of Prince or Princess prefixed to their Christian names or with such other titles of honour.”

New Europa 2013 Stamp

Armenia Post issued a stamp on EUROPA 2013 theme, The Postman Van on 15 August 2013.

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My recent covers..

 

Covers from Germany

Thanks to Mr Wolfgang Beyer for the nice covers with special pictorial cancellations from Germany.

     

 

Cover from Mongolia

Thanks to  J. Enkhbold , Mongolia  for this nice cover and card.

The cover and stamp on right hand side features Green Tara, known as the Buddha of enlightened activity.  This cover was posted on 13th June but it arrived here today !!

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