Concetto Marchesi – Master of Liberty and Gentleman of Latin
The Republic of San Marino intends to celebrate Concetto Marchesi, eminent Italian intellectual figure with an international appeal and champion in the fight for freedom, with the issue of a philatelic series made up by a ˆ1,00 value.
In the stamp created by Irio Ottavio Fantini, the scholar's face stands out, side by side with the portrait of Seneca, author of the motto "Speravit libertatem futuram".
AASFN.SM
March 31, 2008
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Denmark's Royal Life Guards
Founded in 1658, the Royal Life Guards celebrate their 350th anniversary in 2008. Throughout their existence, the Guards have performed two main duties: guarding royal palaces and castles, and providing troops for the Danish army.
Post Danmark is marking their anniversary with two stamps, featuring Guards in red gala uniforms (DKK 5.50) and Guards in combat gear (DKK 10.00).
STAMPS.POSTDANMARK.DK
March 30, 2008
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Canada Post to release Braille stamp in April
Canada Post will be unveiling the country's first-ever Braille stamp at the Montreal Association for the Blind (MAB) in Notre Dame de Grace on April 21, coinciding with the 100th anniversary of the MAB's first board meeting.
The stamp celebrates guide dogs for the blind and has the rate printed in Braille.
WESTISLANDCHRONICLE.COM
March 29, 2008
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Centenary of the opening of Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane
On 28 March, 2008, An Post issued a stamp to commemorate the Centenary of the opening of Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane.
The stamp features a portrait of Hugh Lane painted in Rome by the Neapolitan artist Antonio Mancini (1850-1930).
IRISHSTAMPS.IE
March 28, 2008
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Faroe Islands: Mythical Places
In this third joint Nordic stamp issue, the Faroe Islands present two examples from the rich Faroese mythical world: Alvheyggur (The Elf Hill) near Haldarsvik and Klovningasteinur (The Split Boulder) from Leirvik.
STAMPS.FO
March 27, 2008
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Children Stamps - Paper Folding Fun
Paper folding is not merely an interesting activity, but also contributes to the beautiful designs of these stamps. In an effort to encourage children to stretch their imaginations and demonstrate their design talents, Hongkong Post held a "Children Stamps – Paper Folding Design Competition" in 2006. A variety of prize-winning pieces featuring themes related to plants, animals and festivals have been incorporated into the design of the 2008 Children Stamps.
HONGKONGPOSTSTAMPS.COM
March 27, 2008
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Denmark: Nordic Mythology – Mythical Places
Many places in the Danish landscape are steeped in myth and legend, such as Lindholm Hoje and Feggeklit in the Liim Fjord area. Both appear on the stamps in "Mythical Places", the third and final part of the series on Nordic mythology. The series began in 2004 with the theme "World of the Gods" and continued in 2006 with "Mythical Creatures".
TOPOFTHEWORLD.NU
March 26, 2008
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Australia: Centenary of Rugby League
The Centenary of Rugby League is being marked with the release of 16 commemorative stamps, one for each National Rugby League club competing this year.
Each stamp features a photographic image of current NRL stars representing their club in a classic Rugby League action pose, highlighting the strength, athleticism and poise of the modern footballer.
AUSPOST.COM.AU
March 25, 2008
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Sweden's 'Punctuation' Stamps
Europa stamps are issued once a year with a common theme. This year the theme is Letters.
A group of students at the University College of Arts, Crafts and Design were given the challenge of designing drafts for the Swedish stamps as a part of their coursework. Pontus Bjorlin won with his punctuation marks, the comma and the semicolon.
TOPOFTHEWORLD.NU
March 24, 2008
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Norse mythology - mythical places: Dovre
The Dovre mountains have a place in Norway's cultural history as a symbol of unity and identity. The area is an integral part of the myths about the origins of the Norwegian people and of its kings and earls and it features in the initiation of heroes and in medieval pilgrimages to Nidaros.
POSTEN.NO
March 23, 2008
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Interceltique Set and Sheets
This set of stamps celebrates the links between the Isle of Man and other Celtic nations: Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany, Ireland, Asturies and Galicia.
The 8 values are available in sheets of 10.
GOV.IM
March 22, 2008
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San Marino: European Year of Intercultural Dialogue
The European Union has declared 2008 the "Year of Intercultural Dialogue". The initiative takes inspiration from the fundamental principles of the European Union expressed in the Treaty establishing the European Community and the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, which places special emphasis on the respect and the promotion of cultural diversity.
The European Year of Intercultural Dialogue is celebrated by the Republic of San Marino with the issue of a philatelic series which portrays the Earth as it appeared in origin, before the continental drift: Pangea ("all lands").
AASFN.SM
March 21, 2008
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Beijing Olympics Miniature Sheet
Featuring four different Olympic disciplines, the designs are inspired by a set of Isle of Man Treasury Coins which will be minted to commemorate the Beijing event.
The sheet is complemented by areas of gold foiling.
GOV.IM
March 20, 2008
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Norwegian Ski Federation Centenary
There is every reason to celebrate the hundredth birthday of the federation that organises Norway's national sport, and Norway Post is doing so in style with the issue of four new stamps.
These stamps portray some of Norway's many skiing activities, with fantastic glimpses of children and elite skiers.
POSTEN.NO
March 19, 2008
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Crime Novelists Honored on Belgian Stamps
Belgium has issued two stamps honoring two of its nation's crime novelists.
"L'assassin habite au 21" by Stanislas-Andre Steeman and "De Zaak Alzheimer" by Jef Geeraerts are featured.
TOPIX.NET; POST.BE
March 18, 2008
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Jewish community in Belgium
The Belgian Post has issued the stamp dedicated to the bicentenary of the Central Israeli Consistory of Belgium.
March 17, 2008
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Manx Bank Notes Sets and Sheets
This issue of stamps has been prepared in conjunction with Manx National Heritage who have provided the research material and visuals.
The issue features images of both bank notes and such items as promissory notes and internment camp monetary tokens.
GOV.IM
March 17, 2008
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Air Displays set of 6 and Smilers Sheet
In 1908, Farnborough was the site of the United Kingdom's first powered flight by the American, Samuel Franklin Cody. He took to the air in British Army Aircraft One.
NORVIC-PHILATELICS.CO.UK
March 16, 2008
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Taiwan: Cartoon Animation Postage Stamps – 'Finding Nemo'
To stimulate interest in philately among youths, Taiwan Post has selected "Finding Nemo", an animated movie much loved by the young, as the subject of two souvenir sheets. Each souvenir sheet will include five NT$5.00-denominated stamps.
POST.GOV.TW
March 16, 2008
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Philatelic Sensation: Soccer Ball Stamp!
UEFA EURO 2008 is already in the forefront of many people's thoughts but Austrians can now be reminded of this summer's tournament when they are posting their mail. The official ball to be used in Austria and Switzerland this June, made by adidas, is now available to buy as a self-adhesive stamp.
The special stamp from the Austrian Post Office is considered a philatelic world sensation among experts. Not because the 69cm ball has been shrunk to just 36mm, but rather because the stamp is made of the same original material as the UEFA European Championship ball – a synthetic mix with polyurethane.
EURO2008.UEFA.COM
March 15, 2008
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Two Historic Landmarks Featured on Stamps
The U.S. Postal Service today announced the 2008 Express Mail and Priority Mail stamps featuring Hoover Dam and Mount Rushmore.
The stamps will go on sale June 12.
USPS
March 14, 2008
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Here it is - the 'Go Switzerland' stamp!
The "Go Switzerland" stamp is here! Over 13,000 people took part in the public vote and sent in their favourite from the six design suggestions. In the end, the motif designed by cartoonist and comic book artist Max Spring from Berne emerged as the narrow winner.
SWISSPOST.CH
March 14, 2008
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Lifeboat crew honoured on stamp
A lifeboat crew have seen their bravery recognised as they feature on a new series of stamps.
The Barra RNLI Lifeboat appears on the Mayday - Rescue at Sea set of six commemorative Royal Mail stamps.
PRESSASSOCIATION.CO.UK; STV.TV
March 13, 2008
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Spain issues its own 'Rescue at Sea' stamp
Spain belongs to the International Maritime Organisation, the UN specialized agency responsible for improving maritime safety and preventing pollution from ships and it's also committed to technical cooperation.
TOPIX.NET; CORREOS.ES
March 12, 2008
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Hong Kong Flowers Stamps
This issue presents six distinguished flowers regularly seen in Hong Kong. The flowers are painted by hand in a traditional Chinese manner and displayed on a computer-generated background. Such a combination of styles demonstrates how Hong Kong can incorporate diverse cultures.
HONGKONGPOSTSTAMPS.COM
March 12, 2008
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Monaco: Exposition Canine Internationale
This international exhibition, organized under the Presidency of H.S.H. Princess Antoinette at the "Espace Fontvieille", will take place on April 5 and 6. This edition is dedicated to the Afghan Hound and Greyhound breeds. Van Gogh, the marvellous Greyhound illustrated on this stamp, belongs to the famous "Attimo Fuggente" dog breeders of Milan.
OETP-MONACO.COM
March 11, 2008
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Mythical Princess Signhild on Miniature Sheet
In March, the third and last miniature sheet of the joint Nordic series featuring Nordic mythology will be out. The theme is Mythical places. Aland has plenty of mythical places and the motif chosen for the miniature sheet is fascinating and surrounded with myth, to say the least!
POSTEN.AX
March 10, 2008
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Gibraltar: Two New Stamp Issues Released
250th Anniversary of the Birth of Nelson & RAF 90th Anniversary
Gibraltar celebrates the 250th anniversary of the birth of Horatio Nelson with an issue of 6 stamps, a miniature sheet, 6 sheetlets and the flagship limited edition (1,000 copies) special folder containing the complete set.
GIBRALTAR-STAMPS.COM
March 08, 2008
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European Year of Intercultural Dialogue
On 7 March, 2008, An Post issued a stamp to commemorate the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue.
The stamp is based on the logo for the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue and features a striking graphic based on the concept of embracing cultural diversity and difference. The stamp and first day cover were designed by Ger Garland.
IRISHSTAMPS.IE
March 07, 2008
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Commemorative stamps feature ecological beauty of Taiwan
Taiwan Post, as event organizer of the 21st Asian International Stamp Exhibition, will issue a series of commemorative stamps under the exhibition's theme of the "Ecological Beauty of Taiwan."
CHINAPOST.COM.TW
March 07, 2008
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Three-Stamp Set Commemorates Beijing Olympics
A three-stamp set commemorating the Beijing Olympics is being issued by the Philatelic Bureau of MaltaPost on Friday, 7th March. The stamps, which have been designed by Darren Duncan, have face values respectively of Euro 0.05 / Lm0.02c, Euro 0.12 / Lm0.05c and Euro 1.57 / Lm0.67c.
MALTAPOST.COM
March 06, 2008
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Jersey Transport - Buses II
On 8th April 2008, Jersey Post will issue the second set of stamps depicting buses in its 'Jersey Transport' series.
JERSEYPOST.COM
March 06, 2008
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100-years young University of British Columbia gets birthday stamp
On March 7th, Canada Post will celebrate the centenary of the University of British Columbia (UBC) with a domestic rate (52-cent) stamp. An Act to Establish and Incorporate a University for the Province of British Columbia was passed 100 years ago on this very same day. Point Grey, a 175-acre site on a peninsula on Vancouver's West Side was selected to be its eventual campus.
CANADAPOST.CA
March 06, 2008
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A stamp of recognition for the University of Alberta's centenary
On March 7th, 2008, Canada Post will pay tribute to the University of Alberta's centenary by issuing a domestic rate (52-cent) stamp.
The creation of the University of Alberta (U of A) was closely tied to the establishment of Alberta as a province. Alexander Rutherford, Alberta's first premier, introduced the University Act in 1906, during the first sitting of the Alberta legislature.
CANADAPOST.CA
March 05, 2008
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Switzerland: Music
Music is often a lifelong companion. Countless different styles mean that there is something for everyone, whether loud or muted, classical or modern, with national or international appeal. Different instruments on four new Swiss Post special stamps represent this rich world of music with its many facets.
SWISSPOST.CH
March 05, 2008
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World Youth Day stamps and coins released
Special stamps and coins commemorating the upcoming World Youth Day in Sydney have been released.
World Youth Day will be held in Sydney from July 15 to July 20 and will mark the first visit to Australia of Pope Benedict XVI.
AAP
March 04, 2008
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Door knockers on stamps
The humble "Habbata" (door knocker), a relatively small and insignificant item of furniture, has been chosen to feature on this set of four stamps.
The stamps, with face values of Euro 0.26 (Lm0.11c), Euro 0.51 (Lm0.22c), Euro 0.63 (Lm0.27c) and Euro 1.77 (Lm0.76), are 44.0mm x 31.0mm in size, with a perforation of 13.9mm x 14.0mm (comb). The stamps are offset printed on Maltese Crosses watermarked paper by Printex Limited of Qormi, and are available in sheets of ten.
MALTAPOST.COM
March 04, 2008
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Stamp Festival 2008 in France
Each year France issues a set of stamps dedicated to children during the stamp festival.
This year the subject was Tex Avery anniversary.
Tex Avery was born on February 26, 1908, in Texas. When he was very young he tried to create first comic strips and cartoons.
LAPOSTE.COM
March 03, 2008
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UNPA: Endangered Species 2008
On 6 March 2008, the United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) will issue a set of 12 stamps depicting endangered species of fauna. These will be the sixteenth set of stamps in UNPA's multi-year series "Endangered Species". The series was launched on 3 March 1993 to highlight the need for the protection of endangered species throughout the world. This year the series "Endangered Species" feature a variety of marine life.
UNSTAMPS.UN.ORG
March 03, 2008
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Wild Flowers of Ireland Definitives V
On 3 March, 2008, An Post issued the fifth phase of stamps from the sixth Definitive series, entitled 'Wild Flowers of Ireland'. Illustrated by renowned botanical artist Susan Sex, this phase comprises three gummed stamps, depicting flowers typically found in coastal environments throughout Ireland. The featured species are Thrift, Biting stonecrop and Sea aster.
IRISHSTAMPS.IE
March 03, 2008
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Gorgeous Australia
This international issue showcases four spectacular gorges occurring in different parts of Australia.
The gorges featured on the stamps are:
Grose River Gorge, NSW - $1.35
Walpa Gorge, NT - $2.00
Katherine Gorge, NT - $2.70
Geikie Gorge, WA - $4.00
AUSPOST.COM.AU
March 03, 2008
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Festivals - Jersey Eisteddfod Centenary
On 3rd March 2008, Jersey Post will issue its latest addition to its Jersey Festivals series with a set of stamps celebrating the Centenary of the Jersey Eisteddfod. Inaugurated in 1908 by Dean Samuel Falle, the first Jersey Eisteddfod took place on 1st October of that year. Since 1908 the continuity of the Eisteddfod has only been disrupted by the First and Second World wars.
JERSEYPOST.COM
March 02, 2008
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