The tughra is a written sign and emblem used to represent Turkish rulers, from the Oghuz Khans to the Ottoman Sultans. The term, which appears in Middle Turkic as “tugrag” with the meaning “seal and ...

The 2026 Åland stamps are here ... or at least starting to wander in. Isn't this a beautiful page already? Åland, the little island in the north, is vibrant, ...

Onwards to the 2026 Azerbaijan stamp program! Oh Azerbaijan. If I ever get a chance to travel again, you would be tops of my list. Major Silk Road hub, home ...

Early aircraft & photos when I can find them. Details taken from various early aeroclub & aviation newspapers and magazines c 1895-1920. Purpose is to create a sortable archive of early aviation ...

With the year nearly two months old, it’s time to put together a page devoted to the Vietnam 2026 stamp program. Vietnam’s program is fun for a couple of reasons. The hunt for historical details ...

** I’ve tried to keep each name correct and have included the original Japanese for visitors from Japan. If I have anything reversed or in the wrong place, please don’t hesitate to let me know and ...

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4 stamps, 4 sheets of 20, 2 FDC, cancel, presentation pack, souvenir sheet Click on the souvenir sheet or FDCs to see all the incredible detail on each sheet. The Pleiades is the Māori New Year.

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Macau’s Chapas Sínicas stamps received high honours this year from the German Design Council. Each year the GDC issue awards in a number of categories ranging from architecture to documents. It’s an ...

Oh the beauty of India! Its complex history and culture is a constant source of excitement for me. And, I think I can finally do justice to India’s stamps this year. My frustration with the chaotic ...

1) What are Crypto stamps & NFTs? Entering the scene of 2018, crypto stamps are slowly being issued by postal operators. In terms of technology, digital Crypto Stamps are tokens supported by several ...