Introduction Nestled in the Baltic Sea between Sweden and Finland, the Åland Islands are a stunning archipelago consisting of over 6,700 islands and skerries. Known for their unique cultural identity, the Åland Islands are an autonomous, demilitarized region under Finnish sovereignty. With Swedish as their official language, the islands have a rich history shaped by […]
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On February 1, 1933, Transjordan released an extraordinary set of postage stamps showcasing its rich historical and cultural landmarks. Known as the Pictorial Issue, this set comprises 14 visually striking stamps, each featuring a unique vignette of significant sites or figures. Designed with exquisite detail, these stamps were printed by Bradbury Wilkinson using the recess
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On July 11, 1965, Iraq issued a beautiful set of commemorative stamps to celebrate the birthday of Prophet Mohammed (الذكرى النبوية الشريفة). These triangular-shaped stamps honor the religious significance of the event and are a testament to the artistry and cultural pride of Iraq during the mid-20th century. Designed by K. Hussain and printed by
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On January 6, 1965, Iraq issued a stunning set of commemorative stamps to mark its Army Day. These stamps celebrated the strength and unity of the Iraqi military while simultaneously serving as symbols of national pride. Designed by I. Alturki and I. el Tahtawi and printed by the Litho Pakistan Security Printing Corporation, this set
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On January 4, 1954, Algeria issued a remarkable set of three postage stamps commemorating the contributions of prominent medical pioneers and the essential work of the Military Health Service. These stamps not only honour individual achievements in medicine but also symbolize the vital role of healthcare in military and civilian life. The Stamps: Honouring Medical
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In 1937, Algeria participated in the Paris International Exposition, an event showcasing cultural and industrial achievements from around the globe. To commemorate this significant occasion, Algeria issued a stunning set of four postage stamps, each depicting the Algerian Pavilion at the exposition. These stamps remain an iconic representation of Algeria’s philatelic and architectural heritage. The
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2005 – 2008 01.2005: Pigeons. 02.2005: Flowers. 03.2005: Special Needs People National Day. 03.2005: Arab League Summit – Algiers 2005. 04.2005: Islamic School – Medersas. 04.2005: Intellectual Property International Day. 04.2005: World Day for Safety and Health at Work. 05.2005: 60th Anniversary of the Massacres of 8 May 1945. 05.2005: Mediterranean Games – Almeria 2005.
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2000 – 2004 01.2000: New Millennium. 01.2000: Birds. 02.2000: “EXPO 2000” World’s Fair, Hanover. 03.2000: Olympic Games, Sydney. 04.2000: Telethon 2000 (fundraising event). 04.2000: “Concorde Civile”. 04.2000: National Library. 05.2000: Blood Donation Campaign. 05.2000: Touareg Cultural Heritage. 06.2000: Personalities. Multicoloured. 09.2000: Insects. 10.2000: Roman Artefacts, Tipasa. 12.2000: Orchids. 01.2001: Waterfowl. 02.2001: Traditional Crafts. 03.2001: National
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1995 – 1999 01.1995: 20th Anniversary of World Tourism Organization. 02.1995: Bee-keeping. 03.1995: Flowers. 04.1995: Stucco Work from Sedrata (4th century after Hegira). 05.1995: 50th Anniversary of End of Second World War. 06.1995: Environmental Protection. 06.1995: Centenary of Volleyball. 07.1995: Electrification. 09.1995: National Solidarity. 10.1995: 50th Anniversary of U.N.O. 11.1995: Traditional Pottery. 12.1995: Water Birds.
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1990 – 1994 01.1990: 10th Anniversary of Pan-African Postal Union. 02.1990: Rational Use of Energy. 03.1990: African Nations Cup Football Championship. 05.1990: Industries. 05.1990: World Cup Football Championship, Italy. 06.1990: Rural Electrification. 07.1990: Youth. 07.1990: Arab Maghreb Union Summit Conference. 09.1990: 30th Anniversary of O.P.E.C. 10.1990: Savings Day. 11.1990: Namibian Independence. 11.1990: Domestic Animals. 12.1990:
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