#Lunar New Year Stamps
Zodiac issue by Liechtenstein and China
One of expressions of cordial relationship between the Principality of Liechtenstein and the People's Republic of China are numerous Liechtenstein postage stamps to which Chinese artists have contributed. This is the case for "Chinese Signs of the Zodiac" issue. For the first time a postage stamp is appearing in silhouette form. For the purpose the face design by Stefan Erne was cut out using stat
SingPost Welcomes 2011 with the Rabbit Zodiac Stamp Issue
Singapore Post (SingPost) welcomes 2011 with the release of the Rabbit Zodiac stamp issue - the fourth of 12 stamps in its Zodiac stamp series, which began in 2008 with the Year of the Rat. There are three stamp designs for this stamp issue comprise 1st local, S$0.65 and S$1.10 stamps. Adding to the philatelic collection is the special Collector's Sheet (S$16.80) - the first-of-its-kind offset pri
New Zealand issues Year of the Tiger stamps
The Chinese lunar calendar series has already become a popular collecting choice worldwide, with the 2009 Year of the Ox products selling fast. This is your opportunity to beat the queues for the 2010 issue
Ireland issues Year of the Ox stamp
On 23 January, 2009, An Post issued a stamp to celebrate the Chinese Year of the Ox. The stamp is based on a stylised interpretation of an ox, with the imaginative use of colour conveying the celebratory aspect of this important Chinese festival.
Lick and Taste Chinese stamps
China Post have issued a highly popular new stamp with a twist to celebrate the New Year. 2007 is the Year of the Boar and so the designers have decided to incorporate the aroma and taste of sweet 'n' sour pork into the stamps. If the surface of the stamp is scratched the aroma of the popular dish is emitted, whilst it can be tasted if the back is licked.
Stamps show it's a Dog's (Love) Life
Celebrating the Chinese Year of the Dog and St Valentine's Day, An Post's new Love and Greetings stamps have a suitably canine love theme. Depicting the love between devoted owners and their dogs in various poses the fresh, contemporary and colorful stamps are a beautiful addition to any card, invite or letter. The four stamps were designed by Dublin graphic designer Amanda Brady and photographed
South Africa: Lunar year of the Dog
Designed by Annemarie Wessels the miniature sheet features an airport scene with working dogs: the border collie, labrador and spaniel. People born in the Year of the Dog are believed to possess the best traits of human nature. They are seen as having a deep sense of loyalty, honesty and inspire other people's confidence because they know how to keep secrets. They can sometimes come across as bein
South Africa: Lunar Year of the Rooster
According to the Chinese Lunar Calendar, the year 2005 is the Year of the Rooster. The special Year of the Rooster miniature sheet reflecting a R12,05 value was issued on 9 February 2005. A special commemorative envelope was also issued. These products were designed by Denis Murphy. The rooster is featured standing on a torse, a device used in Heraldry which supports the top figure in the Coat of
Lunar year of the Monkey
The South African Post Office issued a miniature sheet on 27 February 2004 to celebrate the Chinese Lunar Year of the Monkey. The miniature sheet is the 6th to be issued depicting a Chinese Zodiac Sign. The series began with the year of the Tiger issued in 1998 and we have since then seen the Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse and now the Monkey. According to the Chinese Lunar Year, the Year of the Monk
