Saturday, June 8, 2013

Marina Bay Skyline - Singapore

This is the latest offering in stamps from Singapore Post and my friend Santosh there was kind enough to send me these beautiful stamps in a presentation pack and the miniature sheet in a folder. Thanks Santosh.

THE PRESENTATION PACK

THE FRONT AND BACK 

A CLOSER LOOK AT THE STAMPS

The issue consists of 4 stamps in a se-tenant block. Each depicts an iconic landmark, The Fullerton Hotel, The Singapore Flyer, Esplanade – Theaters on the Bay and Marina Bay Sands which form part of the Marina Bay Skyline.

The Fullerton Hotel officially opened its doors on January 1, 2001. Built in 1928, it was the center of Singapore’s commercial, social and official life.

The Singapore Flyer, by contrast, is a masterpiece of urban architecture and engineering. With a total height of 165 meters it is the tallest Ferris wheel in the world, The Singapore Flyer is also a part of Formula One Grand Prix race circuit, offering a bird’s eye view on the pulsating F1 night race in Singapore.

Esplanade – Theaters on the Bay is one of the busiest arts centers in the world. It is an architectural icon with its distinctive twin shells and houses the 1,600-seats Concert Hall and the 2,000-seats Theater.

Marina Bay Sands has transformed Singapore’s skyline and the country’s tourism landscape, making it Asia’s leading destination for business, leisure and entertainment.

THE FOLDER CONTAINING THE MINIATURE SHEET

THE FOLDER OPENED


A CLOSER LOOK AT THE MINIATURE SHEET

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Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Cover - Singapore



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Cover - Czech Republic



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Saturday, June 1, 2013

2012 Children's Health: New Zealand Sea Lion shaped Miniature sheet

I, also now, have this 2012 odd shaped sheet in my collection. This Children’s Health stamp issue features the New Zealand sea lion.


Three individual stamps were also issued but the highlight is the miniature sheet, which takes the shape of a mother and pup. The mother is shown sniffing her pup for recognition before taking her for feeding. Just like children, pups are dependent on their mothers for protection, and this unique product portrays the close relationship they share.

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2010 Children's Health: New Zealand Butterfly shaped Miniature Sheet

NZ post issues stamps every year to support Te Puna Whaiora - the New Zealand Foundation for Child and Family Health and Development which specialises in helping at-risk children aged five to 12 to overcome barriers to healthy lifestyles.

In 2010, New Zealand Post issued three beautifully illustrated 'butterfly' stamps - each with a 10-cent surcharge that goes to support Te Puna Whaiora's seven Children's Health Camps. The collection also included a butterfly shaped miniature sheet that truly brings the butterfly theme to life. 


Please also have a look at the 2011 issue here.

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Cover - Germany



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Cover - Italy

Received this lovely cover from Italy yesterday. Two striking things about the cover - A complete set of stamps and the Pope Francis cancellation.


The stamps were issued on the 5th of April 2013 and commemorate the Gardens of Castel Trauttmansdorff in Merano, the Cinque Terre National Park and the Botanic Garden Museum in Bari. Each of the stamps is denominated 0.7 Euro. The stamps feature a vertical strip on the left composed of flowers and plants representative of the flora of the relevant botanic garden. Beautiful stamps.

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