#Ireland stamps
Brendan Behan commemorated on new Irish stamp
An Post issued a commemorative stamp to mark 50 years since the death of Brendan Behan. Brendan Behan (1923 –1964) was an Irish poet, short story writer, novelist and playwright who wrote in both English and Irish. He was born in Dublin's inner city into a republican family where there was a strong emphasis on Irish history and culture, which meant he was steeped in literature and patriotic ballad
Love and Marriage – new Romantic stamp from Irish post
On the eve of the St. Valentine's Day, An Post issued a Love and Marriage stamp as an extension of the popular Wedding stamp series. This year, the stamp is based on a photograph of a red rose – the symbol of love - by award-winning, Galwaybased photographer Kelvin Gillmor. Roses have long been synonymous with love and marriage and are ancient symbols of love and beauty. The rose was sacred to a n
Christmas stamps 2013 from Ireland
On November 7th, 2013, An Post issued stamps for Christmas 2013. Christmas stamps feature a robin, a sprig of holly and a Christmas Nativity scene. A special booklet of 26 Christmas "Nativity" stamps priced €15.00 – that includes one free stamp has also been issued.
New stamps dedicated to the Irish Defence Forces
On September 12, 2013, An Post issued four stamps in recognition of the Irish Defence Forces, which has occupied a unique position in Irish society since its foundation. The Irish Defence Forces traces its origins to the Irish Volunteers, which was founded in 1913. Following one of the most turbulent periods in Irish history, the Executive Council of the new Irish State provided a statutory basis
EUROPA – Postal Vehicle stamps from Ireland
An Post issued two stamps as its contribution to the 2013 Europa stamp issue. The theme of the issue was "Postal Vehicles", with the emphasis on vehicles used to deliver mail. The 60c stamp features two postmen, one on a bicycle and the other pushing a post trolley. Irish postal delivery staff set out on their delivery routes each working day on foot, on bicycle or in vans, to deliver mail to 2.1
Daffodil stamp marks Irish Cancer Society 50th Anniversary
A new postage stamp marking the 50th anniversary of the Irish Cancer Society was unveiled by An Tanaiste, Eamon Gilmore as part of the annual Daffodil Day fundraising operation. Designed by Red Dog Design, it features a bright yellow daffodil. John McCormack, CEO, Irish Cancer Society, said that it was a special day for the Irish Cancer Society with the launch of An Post's commemorative stamp to m
Weddings 2013 stamp from Ireland
On February 14, 2013, An Post issued its latest and ever-popular Wedding stamp. The word "wedding" comes from the root meaning to "gamble" or "wager". The Anglo-Saxon word "wedd" meant that the groom would vow to marry the woman, but it also meant the sum of money, or barter, that the groom paid to the bride's father for her hand in marriage. Even today, where no money changes hands, it is still c
Stamps give new life to Myths and Legends
Some of Ireland's favourite tales of myth and legend get new life as An Post launches a heroic four stamp set. The new stamps, based on illustrations by Fergus Lyons and designed by Steve Simpson, feature The Children of Lir, Deirdre of the Sorrows, Fionn and the Salmon of Knowledge and the Naming of Cuchulainn. All four tales, while belonging to Ireland's rich story telling tradition, are widely
An Post in step with Contemporary Dance Stamps
An Post has recently issued four stamps depicting Contemporary Dance themes. The stamps, which were designed by Ger Garland, feature a range of modern dance movement from four different dance companies: Fabulous Beast Dance Theatre, Dance Theatre of Ireland, Irish Modern Dance Theatre and CoisCeim Dance Theatre.
New Stamp to Commemorate St. Patrick's Day
An Post has issued a stamp based on an icon painting of St Patrick, to commemorate Ireland's national holiday on March 17. Legend suggests that St Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, converted the Irish people to Christianity in the fifth century AD. By the time of his death, about 460 AD, Christianity had been firmly established in Ireland. St Patrick's Day parades to honour the saint are stage
