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2024 New Zealand stamps, covers ‘n discovery
Another year of New Zealand stamps is done and dusted. It's time to roll out the 2024 program. NZ Post has already tossed us a fun one - Making a Game, a series that explores video games developed by New Zealanders. I mention this because one of the games is weirdly...
Otto von Bismarck resigns
Otto von Bismarck resigns
March 18,1890 German statesman Otto von Bismarck resigns from government. Bicentenary of birth Otto Fürst von Bismarck (1815-1898) Issued by Germany May 2, 2015 Designer: Dieter Ziegenfeuter Otto von Bismarck,
Flying in with Butterflies from Botswana’s 2024 stamp program
Botswana's 2024 stamp program flies in on a quartet of butterfly wings. Okay, yea, I apologise for that, but it was irresistible. It's hard not to be excited when one of my favourite countries issues a new series. Botswana is a treasure trove of artists to discover! ...
A new year for Mongolian stamps – 2024 begins
It's time for a new year for Mongolian stamps. And I'll bet you can't tell I'm beyond excited. Last year Mongolia's post office revamped their website and I'm having more fun than is natural poking around. Mongol Post is offering up very high-quality scans of all...
Canada’s Spring Flowers – 17 years & counting
Each year, Canada Post ushers in spring with a fresh pair of flower stamps. It's one of the highlights of the year and has proven to be immensely popular. The long running series began in 2007 with a Canadian favourite Lilacs. Although the series officially started...
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