World's longest stamp

Date of Issue : 1 April 2017

Image courtesy : The Nation

On April 1, Thailand Post issued a sheet of five stamps—the longest the world have seen, at 170 mm in length—to mark the 70th anniversary of late King Rama IX’s accession to the throne. Each of the five stamps features the same design, which includes a series photographs of the king set against a background of luscious green fields. Nine million stamps were printed by the Thai British Security Printing Public Company.

Ramayan theme on Joint Stamp Issue of Thailand and Indonesia

To celebrate 66th anniversary of Diplomatic Relationship between Indonesia and Thailand, both the countries issued stamps on 5th May 2016 featuring common cultural Roots between them.  The Ramayana epic, the,ancient literature inherited from India,is chosen as the theme. In Thailand, the epic is known as "Ramkien", The main story of Khon performance, while Indonesia has adopted it for the shadow puppet show Wayang. The Thai stamp design is from Mural paintings of Emerald Buddha Temple,while Indonesian stamp illustrates the canvas paintings of Kamesan. Indonesia issued self adhesive stamps, a souvenir sheet and a hologram S/S.

- Leeza Padhi - Cuttack - email : leezapadhi@gmail.com

Singapore–Thailand Joint Issue

 

Thailand Issue

Mango and Sticky Rice from Thailand & Ice Cream Sandwich from Singapore

Date of Issue : 18 September 2015

Singapore Post and Thailand Post released a joint issue on 18th September , commemorating 50 years of diplomatic relations. The stamp designs feature popular snacks from each country.

 

Singapore Issue

Date of Issue : 18 September 2015

Wafer ice cream is a type of ice cream popular in Singapore, often known as potong (cut) ice cream, which consists of two wafers holding together a block of ice cream. Common flavours offered include ripple, red bean, yam, sweet corn, durian, honeydew, peppermint, chocolate, and chocolate chip. Wafer ice cream vendors also sell the same blocks of ice cream on slices of multicolored bread, on cones or in cups instead of sandwiched between wafers.

The ice cream block is essentially a huge log of ice cream, which is then cut (hence the name potong) and sandwiched between two wafers. It is interesting to note the differences between countries: Singaporean street vendors do not offer individually wrapped ice cream sandwiches like Australia does.

Mango sticky rice or kao niow mamuang is a Thai dessert made with glutinous rice and fresh mango. It is a traditional Thai food eaten with the hands. It is prepared with glutinous rice, commonly called sticky rice. It is eaten by rolling the rice with the fingers and scooping up mango slices. Contrary with other desserts, Mango Sticky Rice is served warm or at room temperature.Mango Sticky Rice is a popular dish in the Indochina region of Southeast Asia, such as Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

Rose scented stamps from Isle of Man

 

Date of Issue : 25 April 2015

Rose scented stamps to mark 100 years of camaraderie and campaigning work in Isle of Man

Isle of Man Post in collaboration with the WI (Women’s Institute) Federation mark its centenary anniversary celebration with a rose scented set of six stamps, depicting a range of images of both the current Isle of Man chapter as well as some of the WIs most famous campaigns over the past 100 years, and a selection of Island members.

Each stamp is set on special rose scented paper with the pink rose embled which represents 100 years of contribution. The issue is scheduled to be released on the 25^th of April

The WI was established in 1915 in Llanfairpwll on Anglesey with the aim of revitalizing rural life and educating and inspiring women where ever their life leads them. Nowadays, the aims have widened but many WI members still join primarily to make new friends, learn and develop skills and make positive changes to their local – and in many cases national – community and the activities, members engage with have changed.

WI is the largest women’s voluntary membership organization in the UK and currently has over 212,000 members in 6,600 WIs across England, Wales and the Islands.

Every WI belongs to a Federation, of which there are 69 in total. The Isle of Man Federation was formed in 1950 and currently has 750 members in 30 WIs. Its members have always taken an active interest in island life and getting involved in a huge range of activities.

 

Stamps on Indian theme

Thailand Post issued  for Thai Heritage Conservation Day, a set of 8 stamps and a Souvenir sheet on 2nd April 2015 featuring Khon Masks related to Ramayana  .

- Leeza Padhi - Cuttack

Rose – The symbol of Love

 

Thailand Post has released a very special beautiful stamp featuring Rose  to mark  St. Valentine’s Day. The item was released on the 9^th of February .

The stamp depicts the symbol of love 2015 – a rose named “Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn” with perfumed ink to commemorate 60th Anniversary of HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn.

Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn was born Her Royal Highness Princess Sirindhorn Debaratanasuda on 2 April 1955 to His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, King Rama IX, and Her Majesty Queen Sirikit of Thailand.

Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn has rendered public service continuously since her early youth. Due to her work dedication, on the occasion of the 50th Birthday of His Majesty the King, 5 December 1977, His Majesty the King conferred the Royal title of Somdech Phra Debaratanarajasuda Chao Fa Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Rathasimagunakornpiyajat Sayamboromrajakumari upon her.

Upon being acknowledged of her distinguished service to the nation and to humanity worldwide, His Majesty the King has graciously conferred the Orders of the Kingdom of Thailand upon Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, who has also received the Orders of Other Nations which were conferred upon her in recognition of her significant contribution to relations between nations.

Israel - Thailand Joint Issue

 

Date of Issue : 5 June 2014

Here is a new joint issue   from Israel and Thailand. It has been issued to commemorate 60 years of Diplomatic relations between Israel and Thailand. The stamp of Israel and Thailand  feature native fruits of the two countries.

The State of Israel and the Kingdom of Thailand have enjoyed friendly diplomatic relations for 60 years, since their establishment in 1954.These friendly relations include successful cooperation in many areas such as agriculture, water management, advanced technology, education and medicine.The versatile relations between these two countries have been demonstrated through a number of historical visits by members of the Thai royal family to Israel and by Israeli dignitaries to Thailand.

Every year Israel welcomes hundreds of Thai students and professionals who come to attend various training programs, mainly in the fields of agriculture, technology and education.

The stamp features two types of fruit that are characteristic of their countries – a pomegranate from Israel and a mangosteen fruit from Thailand. In addition to their tastiness, each of these fruits has symbolic significance in the traditions of its people and its country.In Jewish tradition, the pomegranate symbolizes beauty, fertility and abundance.It is also one of the seven species mentionedin the Bible as being special agricultural products of Eretz Israel.

The mangosteen fruit, a very popular tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia, is known as the “Queen of Thai Fruit” probably because of its beautiful appearance and pleasant taste. Each of these fruits is known to possess its own medicinal properties and they are also combined in food supplements, health drink sand beauty creams

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New Meghdoot Post Card by India Post

 

Another issue of Meghdoot Postcard of year 2014 ( 25p Home Jahangir Bhabha SPP/ HYD 2014) has been reported carrying advertisement on Noorul Islam University in English on the occasion of Silver Jubilee of the university. Advertisement carries various information about the university, courses offered by university and their contact information. The Meghdoot card was issued on 12 June 2014.

Picture Postcard on 2014 FIFA World Cup issued at Chennai

Tamilnadu Postal Circle has issued Picture Postcard on 2014 FIFA World Cup on 12th June 2014. Picture Postcard is priced at Rs. 25 each and available at Philatelic Bureau, Anna Road, Chennai.

Courtesy : Indian Philately Digest

New Stamps on Children..

 

Thailand post issued a set of commemorative stamps dedicated to the National Children’s Day 2014.

This issue commemorates National Children’s Day 2013 in Thailand celebrated on the 12th of January. It is a regular stamp issue each year.This year the stamp features children in national costumes of the 10 ASEAN member states together with their national flags and the word “Hello” in their national languages.The stamps are issued to raise awareness of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) among children

Winter Greeting stamp from Finland

Date of Issue : 20 January 2014

Finnish Post issued a stamp on Winter Greetings featuring Snowmen,  favorite of children..

The award-winning Finnish illustrator Janne Harju has designed a stamp depicting two snowmen, which is well suited for a variety of winter greetings.  Janne Harju has brought the snowman theme to life with the beautiful design.

This is how Janne Harju himself describes the feeling of the stamp, “The snowman and boy have spent a winter’s day on the sledging hill and also made snow lanterns. In the dark of night slowly floating snowflakes sparkle in the air. The crisp snow frost bites the snowmen's cheeks, but there is warmth in the air as they stop to admire the clear winter evening sky for the first stars.”

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New special Cover

Golden Jubilee of Joy Senior Secondary School, Jabalpur :  6 January 2014

A Special Cover was released to mark Golden Jubilee of Joy Senior Secondary School, Jabalpur on 6th January 2014.

: Indian Philtely Digest

New Stamps on Disney Characters..

 

 

 

Japan Post issued a new series of greeting stamps featuring the most famous Disney characters.  The first stamp sheet features Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Tinker Bell, Marie, Buzz Light year and Woody, Lightning McQueen, Winnie the Pooh and Alice in Wonderland. The second sheet of stamps illustrates Tinker Bell, Piglet and Winnie the Pooh, Alice in Wonderland, Marie, Oswald, Mike and Sally, Mickey Mouse and his companions, Buzz Light year and Woody, Cinderella, Snow White and Rapunzel, Dumbo.

Stamp on 10th Anniversary of Thailand Post Company Limited

Thai Post issued a special stamp to commemorate the 10^thanniversary of Thailand Post Company Limited. The graphic design reflects the missions of Thailand Post Company Limited with 24/7 performance and services under its slogan “Human Networking” within a clock together with background of sky. All these graphics represent the turnaround of day and night they are working and the 10^th Anniversary logo is also presented for the celebration.

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Received recent issue of Journal of the Army Philatelic Society, ( Chief Edior : Col J Dutta  ). This is  special issue on wildlife with a variety of informative articles. It is a wonderful issue and Collctors on Wildlife theme would like it very much .

: The Army Philatelic Society : email : doctorjayanta2009@gmail.com

Thailand–2013–Indian Winners

 

 

Indian Winners at Thailand 2013

      Heartiest Congratulations to all Winners !!
 

Award List

Exhibit No.    Name      Exhibit   Title   Marks    Medal

     
2241    0382F-0382J    Pradip Jain    Mahatma Gandhi    83    Vermeil

            
4018    1494-1498    Virendra Sharma    British India Queen Victoria Postal Stationery    86    Large Vermeil 

            
7228    1909A-1909E    Rajesh Bhura    Mahatma Gandhi    70    Silver

              
7229    1909F-1909J    Nawal Kishore Tatiwala    Gems & Jewellery    70    Silver

              
7317    2001A-2001E    Brijmohan Modi    The History Of Architecture With Culture And Heritage.    76    Large Silver

              
10209    2188-2192    Mrinal Mathur    From Wheel To Car    70    Silver

              
10304    2226-2230    Chiranjib Chakraborty    Transportation Modality - The Modes of Transportation    0            Absent  

   
L112        Bibhudatta Mishra and Shanti Swarup Rath    Dakatikata Sangraha & A Unique Flow of Knowledge    61   Bronze  

          
L113        K. Ramachandirann    Indian Postal History - Focus on Tamil Nadu    67    Silver Bronze            

View Complete Award List  : http://thailand2013.com/

Award List :  By Country

Award List : By Class

- C.G.  Bhaskar - Chennai

Glimpses of Thailand 2013

 

THAILAND 2013  the world stamp exhibition is  being held in Thailand to celebrate the 130th anniversary of the first issuance of Thai postage stamps and Thai postal service from 2nd to 14 August 2013.

 

 

• Venue: Siam Paragon Hall 1-3 Siam Paragon Shopping Complex
  Bangkok, Thailand
• Date: August 2-14, 2013
• Host: Thailand Post Co., Ltd.
  in joint collaboration with The Philatelic Association of Thailand
  under the patronage of H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn (P.A.T.)
• Sponsor: Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB)
• Patron: Federation Internationale de Philatelie (F.I.P.)
  and the Federation of Inter-Asian Philately (F.I.A.P.)

Programme

Picture Gallery

 

Thailand 2013 - Website :  http://thailand2013.com/

Virtual Philatelic Exhibition

 

   

Virtual Exhibit of Mr. Ashok Kumar Bayanwala, 'V for Victory' can be viewed online; Visit: http://www.indianphilately.net/vexb.html (Postal History).

ALYSSAH XENIAH C. ALCALA writes from Philippines

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ALYSSAH XENIAH C. ALCALA

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4301 Lucena City

Philippines

Stamps on Hindu Gods from Thailand..

 

Date of Issue : 2 April 2013

 

On 2nd April, Thailand Post  issued 8 stamps and a s/s on MASKS of Hindu Gods-SHIVA , VISHNU, BRAHMA, GANESH, INDRA and other Gods.

:  Leeza Padhi – Cuttack (Orissa)

   email : leezapadhi@gmail.com

 

New stamps on Year of Snake..

 

Australia Post celebrates the Year of the Snake

To celebrate the Year of the Snake, Australia Post released a Lunar New Year stamp issue featuring the Chinese character for the snake, shown in the $1.80 stamp, and its pictorial representation, shown in the 60c stamp.

The Snake is the sixth sign in the Chinese zodiac and symbolizes wisdom, caution and romance. The Year of the Snake begins on 10 February 2013.

Famous people born in the Year of the Snake include Sir Sidney Nolan, Audrey Hepburn, Bob Hawke, June Bronhill, Liz Hurley and Pierce Brosnan. According to Chinese Astrology they are likely to be or have been intelligent, graceful, independent, analytical and charming.

Zodiac 2013 stamp from Thailand

Thai Post has issued a stamp to celebrate the Year of the Snake. The Snake is one of the 12-year cycles of animals which appear in the Chinese zodiac and related to the Chinese calendar, as well as in related East Asian zodiacal or calendrical systems.

  

2013 Year of the Snake stamps from New Zealand

The snake is the sixth animal in the Chinese lunar calendar, and those born in the Year of the Snake are thought to be elegant, insightful, motivated and highly intellectual. According to ancient Chinese folklore, snakes are deities in disguise, and a snake entering a house brings good fortune for all who live there.

The 2013 Year of the Snake stamp issue by New Zealand Post reflects different aspects of Chinese tradition and culture. The four stamps also celebrate New Zealand's growing Chinese community.

  

The stamps in this issue are as follows:

70c – Chinese Calligraphic Snake. The striking Chinese 'snake' character on this stamp was created by Zhao Meng-fu, a scholar, painter and calligrapher from the Yuan Dynasty (1254-1322 AD).

$1.40 – Paper-cut Greeting Snake. The greeting snake paper-cut on this stamp features images of the silver fern (Cyathea dealbata) and the pomegranate - a Chinese symbol of luck, fertility, wealth and long life.

$1.90 – Koru-Snake Lantern. New Zealand's links with China are celebrated in this lantern design. The unfurling fern represents new life, growth and strength, while the rounded lantern symbolizes wholeness and harmony. The snake is decorated with the peony, which is widely regarded as China's national flower.

$2.40 – Queenstown and Red lanterns. The koru-snake lantern is taken to new heights, soaring on the Skyline Gondola above Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu. This area is also home to the Winter Festival, and in 2012 the Festival included a lantern parade, with an array of colourful lanterns and a Chinese dragon lighting up the streets.

Lunar Year of the Snake stamps from Macao

There are two kinds of theories about the attributes of the Five Elements in each year: one saying is dependent on the "Heavenly Stems" while the other is based on the sound retainers of the Five Elements, which are calculated by "Heavenly Stems" and "Earthly Branches".

The Macao Post adopted the "Heavenly Stems" calculation method to figure out the nature of the "Five Elements" in the sixth issue of the third series of Chinese Zodiac stamps "Lunar Year of the Snake". According to the "Five Elements", there are five different natures of snake: "Water Snake", "Metal Snake", "Earth Snake", "Fire Snake" and "Wood Snake". This year, the snake’s nature from the "Five Elements" is "Water Snake", so it becomes the main character of the five stamps.

 

Source : International Stamp News