Beautiful stamp issued by Israel Post for this year's Christmas " Season's Greetings from the Holy land".
Christmas 2020 stamps from Greenland
Christmas stamps 2014
Date of Issue : 20 October
‘Christmas Greetings to Greenland’.
Lisbeth Karline is the lady artist who has created the Christmas stamp-images that celebrate the popular televised Christmas transmission: 'Christmas Greetings from Greenland'.
Here are some new beautiful stamps from Greenland Post issued on 20th October featuring different themes.
Greenland – New Zealand Joint Issue
Date of Issue : 20 October 2014
Pole to Pole Joint issue of New Zealand and Greenland
Jointly with New Zealand Post, Greenland issued a stamp in complete sheets and in souvenir sheets.
POST Greenland is proud to have this joint issue with New Zealand Post. It’s New Zealand Post which issues stamps on behalf of Ross Dependency – the New Zealand territory in Antarctica.
Up here in the Arctic, Greenland has much in common with the friends in the southern hemisphere in New Zealand: High Mountains, glaciers, seals, whales, as well as an indigenous people, which carries a rich culture with them into a new age.
Greenland Post issued another set of stamps paying homage to the importance of hunting for the Greenlandic culture and identity. . The items were issued on the 20th of October . The stamp of (DKK 0.50) represents North Greenland hunters and their prey and the stamp of (DKK 45.00) represents South Greenland hunters and their prey.
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'Depex 2014', Darjeeling Philatelic Exhibition was organized by the Department of Posts from 30th and 31st October 2014 at the Capitol Hall, Darjeeling. Exhibits in 70 frames were on display in the exhibition.
On 30th October 2014, a Special Cover on 150th years of St. Paul School, Darjeeling was released.
During the exhibition, Stamp design contest and Quiz competitions were also organised. My Stamp facility was also made available during the exhibition. The Philatelic Exhibition was held at Darjeeling after 11 years. The last one was held in 2003 and was named ‘Kosheli’.
On 31st October 2014 a Special Cover on Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Darjeeling was released.
In the senior category open competition (Outside Darjeeling), 5 philatelists from Sikkim, Mallbazaar, Jalapiguri, Cooch Bihar, Gangarampur etc. participated and first three positions in this category were won by Shri Shital Pradhan (first prize for his collection on “Sikkim through Philately”), Shri Roshan Prasad (second prize) and Shri Ganesh Pradhan, Shri Deepen Pradhan and Shri Padam Parajuli shared third prize jointly.
Courtesy : Indian Philately Digest
Spain – Japan Joint Issue
Date of Issue : 14 November 2013
As a token of appreciation for the floriculture and plant species are grown as far afield as Spain and Japan, the Post put into circulation two countries share a broadcast dedicated to Geranium and Lespedeza thunbergii. The two stamps are issued together in the teeth.
The cultivation of plants and flowers in particular, is considered an art in most cultures. Since time immemorial are pictures showing man's attraction for the care of flowers and gardens. China, Babylon, Persia and subsequently many other cultures have left evidence of it in everyday life.
In Spain, one of the most common plants is the Geranium family of Geraniaceae. It is cultivated in gardens, terraces or balconies and produces vivid flowers of different colors. There are several varieties, the most popular common geranium, the gypsy or ivy leaf, the pelargonium geraniums and aromatic leaves. They need lots of light and sun to bloom. It withstands high temperatures, but not frost or cold. The plant appears to touch a characteristic odor and is easy to grow. Generally reproduced by cuttings.
Lespedeza is a flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It's commonly known as bush or Japanese clover comes from temperate and subtropical regions of eastern North America and eastern and southern Asia and Australia. It is just one of the 30 species of legumes that exist, such as peas and beans. Some varieties are grown as ornamental plants in gardens and others are used as fodder. Its roots enrich the soil and prevent erosion.
Israel – Greenland Joint Issue
Issued in June 2013
Israel – Uruguay Joint Issue
The postal administrations of Israel and Uruguay have issued stamps jointly to mark their diplomatic relations. In 2013 the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Uruguay and Israelis celebrated.The year of Israel’s Declaration of Independence, 1948, marked the beginning of a long shared journey of deep-rooted friendship between the two countries.
The South American and Israeli postal companies chose a drawing by the artist Jose Gurevich of the Matriarch Sarah when she was told by angels that she would have a son. The Jewish-Uruguayan artist had created a series of biblical drawings in honor of his mother who contracted cancer. The image on the NIS 2 stamp designed by Rinat Gilboa testifies to the deep cultural and religious roots of the Jewish People.
Date of Issue : 28 October 2013
The postal administrations of Spain and Belgium have come together to jointly issue stamps commemorating the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Red Cross. The two countries illustrate their respective stamps with motives allusive to the organization.
The idea of founding an international society for humanitarian aid arises from the Swiss Henry Dunant (Geneva, 1828-1909) after witnessing the Battle of Solferino in 1859 between the Austrian army against the French and Piedmonts leaving in a single day on both sides, 40,000 soldiers dead or wounded on the battle field. Jean-Henri Dunant was shocked by the terrible aftermath of the battle, the suffering of the wounded soldiers and the near-total lack of medical attendance and basic care. Impressed by the tragedy he conceived the idea of creating a neutral aid organization to provide humanitarian aid regardless of races, nationalities and beliefs.
Back in Geneva his proposal was backed up by another four Swiss citizens subsequently been referred to as the “Committee of the Five,” This committee founded in 1863 the International Committee of the Red Cross, whom, with the support of the Swiss government, held a year later the first diplomatic conference attended by 16 European countries including Spain and the United States.
The Red Cross is a global humanitarian movement headquartered in Geneva (Switzerland). In Muslim countries it is known as the Red Crescent. The fundamental principles governing the Red Cross and Red Crescent are humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality. The emblems identifying the organization -a Red Cross or Red Crescent on a white background- are recognized by all countries.
Date of Issue : 21 October 2013
Greenland Post issued a set of two beautiful stamps with nice FDC and magnificent Maxim Card for this year’s Christmas.
Macao Post and Greenland Post also jointly issue a presentation pack with the above stamp theme, this pack includes the respective stamps issued by the two administrations, with total face values at 8.50 patacas and 19.50 Danish krone respectively; and a joint first day cover affixed with a set of Macao’s stamp and a set of Greenland’s stamp of the same issue and cancelled with the postmarks of the respective administrations.
Israel Post will issue a souvenir sheet on 11th June 2013. The souvenir sheet features a Dorcas gazelle (Gazella dorcas) and a Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) against the background of their natural habitats.
Despite the great climatic differences between Israel and Greenland, both countries face similar challenges. Each lies in an area characterized by extreme temperatures and large portions of their land are desert areas. Israel is located on the edge of a dry desert and Greenland lies in a polar desert. Both of these limit the availability of inhabitable land, making it imperative to maintain a balance between human development and conservation of the local animal kingdom.
Israel is located on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea, at the edge of the Sahara
desert belt. The arid Negev desert in the south encompasses some 60% of Israel’s overall area, thus most Israelis live in the central and northern portions of the country, and mainly along the coastal plain.
The density of Israel’s population and the intensive development of its agriculture have put great pressure on the natural habitats of its wildlife. Many animals have been forced into ever decreasing habitats and some, such as the Dorcas gazelle, have reached the point of being endangered.
The Dorcas gazelle used to be common in the desert areas of Eretz Israel and the surrounding countries, however it was displaced by human activity and severely compromised as the result of unchecked hunting. When the State of Israel was established, laws limiting hunting were put into place. Strict enforcement of these laws in recent years has helped to save the gazelle. The Dorcas gazelle population, which was on the brink of extinction, has begun to recover and now numbers hundreds of animals.
The State of Israel is the last place in the world where the continued existence of the Dorcas gazelle is ensured. Environmental protection entities in Israel invest great efforts in conserving this beautiful animal, with the hope that its population will continue to thrive.
Greenland, the largest island in the world, is located in the Arctic region and its climate is very much affected by its proximity to the North Pole. Most of Greenland is covered by an ice sheet, which is thousands of meters thick in the central portion of the island. During the long winter season, the sea surrounding Greenland freezes and also becomes covered with a thick ice sheet.
The cold water surrounding the island provides plentiful food which sustains an abundant population of marine animals. The large schools of fish attract many marine mammals, such as seals, to Greenland’s shores, which are hunted by the world’s largest land carnivore, the Polar bear.
In recent years, there has been growing concern regarding the future of the Polar bear population. There are various reasons for this, including competition with humans for habitats, hunting and seawater pollution, however the main problem stems from global warming. Glacial melting and reduced marine ice areas greatly curb the Polar bear’s ability to hunt the marine animals it needs to survive.
Source : International Stamp News
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Honour for an Indian Philatelist
Date of Issue : 22 October 2012
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Here are some new beautiful Christmas stamps !! Post Greenland issued two beautiful stamps for this year’s Christmas ! These stamps have been drawn by young artist Maria Paninguak’ Kjærulff. The design of stamps, FDC and the Maximum card is just beautiful !!
Christmas stamps from Italy
The Italian Post has traditionally issued two Christmas stamps dedicated to the secular and religious celebration of Christmas in Italy.
The secular Christmas stamp depicts a Christmas tree made up of shining stars and several bright spots in the background.
The religious Christmas stamp reproduces a painting of the second half of the XV century by Antonio del Massaro, entitled "The Nativity with Saints John the Baptist and Bartholomew," preserved in the Museum of Viterbo.
Date of Issue : 17 January 2011
Kay Mail
Greenland Post issued a set of 3 stamps on 17 January 2011 featuring communication in Greenland in different era. Kay mail was the special way to transport mail in 17th and 18thn century.
Greenland is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of Denmark, located between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans, east of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. Though physiographically a part of the continent of North America, Greenland has been politically and culturally associated with Europe (specifically Norway and Denmark) for about a millennium. The largest island in Greenland is also named Greenland, and makes up most of the country's land area.Greenland is, by area, the world's largest island that is not a continent. With a population of 56,615 it is one of the least densely populated dependencies or countries in the world.
Kay Mail
Kay mail was the common way to transport mail in the old days. This was, of course, as a supplement the dog sledge transport. The kay mail letters were folded in a certain way so that they would fit into a kamik, the traditional Greenlandic boot.A few of the kay mail letters, back from the 17th and 18th centuries, are preserved in private collections today. During the 1950s and 60s, as motor boats were more common in Greenland, the need for kay mail disappeared gradually.
In 1861, the newspaper Atuagagdliutit, was founded. The Danish geologist, Inspector H.J. Rink started the newspaper in Nuuk. H.J. Rink believed that the population of Greenland was losing its cultural identity. The newspaper Atuagagdliutit was, from its conception only printed in the Greenlandic language.
During the Second World War there was also printed a Danish-language newspaper in Nuuk with the name “Grønlandsposten”. In 1952 Atuagagdliutit and Grønlandsposten were merged into a single two-language newspaper. In everyday language the newspaper is therefore called ”AG”.
POST Greenland's holding company, TELE Greenland A/S, established during the period 2006 - 2009, the submarine cable Greenland Connect, which began operation on 23rd March 2009. For large parts of Greenland, the submarine cable enabled a much faster IT and telecommunications link in and out of Greenland than the previous satellites. With the submarine cable, large parts of Greenland were now connected to what is popularly known as broadband.
The cable goes from Newfoundland in the west across Greenland, to Iceland in the east, from which the submarine cable is powered. All these stations only supply green energy.
The submarine cable has improved communications between Greenland and the rest of the world considerably
