#Latvia stamps
Latvijas Pasts issued a stamp to honor Ernests Birznieks-Upītis!
Latvijas Pasts introduced a new stamp to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Ernests Birznieks-Upītis, who is regarded as one of the most famous Latvian writers who devoted a great number of his literary works to the life of Latvian farmers at the beginning of the 20th century. The philatelic release has been designed by the artist Arta Ozola-Jaunarāja. Ernests Birznieks-Upītis was a teacher by pr
Latvia Post honors opera “Baņuta” with a stamp!
Latvia Post is releasing a new postage stamp in honor of the opera Baņuta staged by composer Alfrēds Kalniņs (1879–1951), as this year marks the 100th anniversary of its premiere at the Latvian National Opera. The item features a photo from the first act of the opera Baņuta (1920) stored in the archives of the Latvian National Opera and Ballet. The issue has been designed by the artist
Latvijas Pasts released three wonderfully illustrated Xmas stamps!
Latvijas Pasts introduced three colourful Christmas stamps so that everyone can have a chance to send their warm greetings for Christmas and New Year in good time. The issue was designed by Anita Paegle who is the well-known Latvian artist and illustrator of children’s books. Her colourful book illustrations have been captivating children’s attention for more than 30 years Anita Paegl
Latvia Post released Ligo wreath stamp
Just in time for the summer solstice, Latvia Post issued an original and irregularly shaped stamp. Created by Girts Griva, this item is designed as a wreath, which is woven from various flowers found in Latvian meadows. Wreaths are one of the most characteristic and essential elements of the Summer Solstice celebrations, traditionally worn on the head on Līgo evening. Unlike most stamps, the stamp
New stamp from the series “Lighthouses of Latvia” released
According to info received by FindYourStampsValue.com, Latvijas Pasts has released a new stamp dedicated to Salacgrīva Lighthouse in the series Lighthouses of Latvia. This is the tenth stamp in the series Lighthouses of Latvia, while the previous one, Ainaži Lighthouse, was issued in 2014. This particular item was unveiled and put into circulation on the 21st of August. Salacgrīva Lighthouse is lo
Latvijas Pasts released first stamps denominated in euros
On the first working day of 2014 - January 2 - Latvijas Pasts released the first stamps denominated only in euros. Six new additions were made to the Flowers series, each with a different denomination. The designer of the Flowers series stamps is artist Girts Griva, and the stamps are accompanied by a first day envelope and cancellation. "Already in 2013 Latvijas Pasts released stamps with dual de
EUROPA – Postal Transports stamps by Latvia
Latvijas Pasts issued two stamps within EUROPA stamp issue 2013. The theme for EUROPA 2013 stamps is "The postman van". Two Latvian stamps depict the Latvian postal transports of yesteryears and the modern postal vans delivering mails nowadays. The stamps were designed by Ludis Danilans.
Latvia Launches Homemade Christmas Card Campaign
The Latvian postal service has launched a homemade Christmas card campaign, encouraging Latvian citizens (especially children) to create their own greeting cards. The postal service is providing blank white postcards free of charge to encourage Latvians to come up with their own designs. Karina Jankovska, marketing director for Latvian Post said: "Its about restoring the tradition of sending Chris
