Winter is the season of holidays, carols, gifts, and the smell of fir, which abounds in religious events of great significance for Christians, traditions and customs that have been preserved since ancient times. On the Year-End Feasts, Romfilatelia introduced into circulation four bright stamps dedicated to Winter Customs. Designed by George Ursachi these bright postage stamps illustrate in a suggestive manner the customs specific to the season. So let`s take a closer look at the design of this philatelic issue and other stamps devoted to winter holidays.
There are many Christmas and New Year’s traditions observed in Romania. Winter holidays are traditionally dedicated to family, goodness, forgiveness and reconciliation. And the numerous traditions help to create this magical festive atmosphere, which makes winter holidays so special for us. So the stamp with the face value of Lei 2 presents, in a stylized manner, the time of sending letters to Santa Claus. On the item with the face value of Lei 3 a scene in which people give gifts is illustrated. The stamp with the face value of Lei 11.50 presents a group of carol-singers, and the stamp with the face value of Lei 12 suggests the custom of the New Year’s night, Sorcova. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
