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Republic Day India

2012-01-26T04:42:00.001+05:30

The Republic Day of India commemorates the date on which the Constitution of India came into force replacing the Government of India Act 1935 as the governing document of India on 26 January 1950.

The date 26 January was chosen to honour the memory of the declaration of independence of 1930. It is one of the three national holidays in India, and while the main parade, Republic Day Parade takes place at the Rajpath, in the national capital New Delhi, where the president views the parade, state capitals also have their state celebrations.

An Indian Agni-II intermediate range ballistic missile on a road-mobile launcher, displayed at the Republic Day Parade on New Delhi's Rajpath, January 26, 2004.

Greetings to all Indians and wish you all on the eve of Republic Day.

Source: Wikipedia

Free Stamps

2012-01-20T18:47:00.001+05:30

Check out the following link :

http://freeusastamps.tripod.com/

On this site new stamp collectors can get a free packet of United States Stamps.

This non-profit site beginning stamp collectors can get a free packet of US stamps, as well as, basic stamp collecting information and links.

One more link for free stamps for yougsters

http://www.iswsc.org/iswsc_free.shtml

Makar Sankranti

2012-01-15T09:10:00.001+05:30

Makar Sankranti or Sankranti or Sankranthi marks the transition of the Sun into Makara rashiCapricorn) on its celestial path. Traditionally, this has been one of many harvest days in India.

Owing to the vast geography and diversity of culture in India, this festival is celebrated for innumerable reasons and in innumerable ways depending on the climate, agricultural environment, cultural background and location.

Makar Sankranti, apart from a harvest festival is also regarded as the beginning of an auspicious phase in Indian culture. It is said as the 'holy phase of transition'. It marks the end of an inauspicious phase which according to the Hindu calendar begins around mid-December. It is believed that any auspicious and sacred ritual can be sanctified in any Hindu family, this day onwards. Scientifically, this day marks the beginning of warmer and longer days compared to the nights. In other words, Sankranti marks the termination of winter season and beginning of a new harvest or spring season.

All over the country, Makar Sankranti is observed with great fanfare. However, it is celebrated with distinct names and rituals in different parts of the country. In the states of northern and western India, the festival is celebrated as the Sankranti day with special zeal and fervor. The importance of this day has been signified in the ancient epics like Mahabharata also. So, apart from socio-geographical importance, this day also holds a historical and religious significance.

As it is the festival of Sun God and he is regarded as the symbol divinity and wisdom, the festival also holds an eternal meaning to it.

Refer: http://www.hindujagruti.org/hinduism/festivals/makar-sankranti/

Makar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious days for the Hindus and is celebrated in almost all parts of India in myriad cultural forms, with great devotion. Millions of people take a dip in places like Ganga Sagar Prayag and pray to the Sun God (Surya). It is celebrated with pomp in southern parts of India as Pongal, and in Punjab as Maghi. (the point where the river Ganges meets the Bay of Bengal) and

In the western Indian state of Gujarat, the celebrations are even bigger. People offer thousands of their colorful oblations to the Sun in the form of beautiful kites. The act stands as a metaphor for reaching to their beloved God, the one who represents the best. In the rural and coastal areas, cock fights are held and is a prominent event of the festival. Makara Sankranti is also to honour, worship and to pay respect to Saraswati (Goddess of Knowledge). At the start of this significant event, there is also worship for the departed ancestors.

Makara Sankranti identifies a period of enlightenment, peace, prosperity and happiness followed by a period of darkness, ignorance and viciousness with immense sorrow. The six months of northern movement of the sun is followed by six months of southern movement.

Since the festival is celebrated in mid winter, food prepared for this festival is such that it keeps the body warm and gives high energy. Laddu of til made with Jaggery is a specialty of the festival. In the western Indian state of Maharashtra it is called 'Tilgul'. In Karnataka it is called 'Yellu-Bella'. In some states cattle are decorated with various colours and are made to jump over a bon-fire.

It is celebrated differently in different regions of India.

I wish a Happy Makar Sankranti to all my Friends.

MAHAPEX 2012: Philatelic Exibition - Maharashtra Circle

2012-01-14T17:27:00.001+05:30

A state-level philatelic exhibition ‘Mahapex 2012′ will be held in the city from January 13 to 16 with the theme ‘Stamp Mania’. The exhibition, organised by the department of posts, will include a variety of activities like release of eight special covers, seminars and workshops on philately, stamp design competition, etc. Also on display will be around 400 frames by 108 philatelists from Maharashtra and Goa.

The ‘Mahapex 2012′ will also have a unique and innovative facility called ‘My Stamp’ wherein one can get one’s own photo printed on a stamp after choosing from several template designs. The person can use these stamps officially while sending letters.

The inaugural session will begin with an inter-school ‘relay’ wherein 800 schoolchildren will walk with placards and pass it on to the next bunch of children from another school at intervals of 500 metres each. The rally will begin from the Yashwantrao Chavan academy of development administration at 8.30 am. The exhibition will remain open between 10 am to 8 pm.

Location: Shri Shiv Chatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi, Pune

Source: timesofindia.com

The Ultimate Guide to Stamp Collecting

2012-01-14T16:00:00.001+05:30

Recently Mr Jacob "Coby" Crane ,one of the reader from our blog suggested a philatelic site which will be interesting read for all .Check out the link : http://www.startlocal.com.au/articles/educational_stamps.html

You can also get in touch with Mr Jacob on his email id : jcrane@ceetutoring.com

Thanks for sharing the wonderful site...

If any of our reader have a website to share or want to send details about themselves, collecting interests and web pages for inclusion on our blog ,please send a mail to asharprashant@gmail.com

Jersey shipwrecks - New set of ship stamps

2011-07-20T20:00:00.000+05:30

A new set of stamps were issued on Tuesday 12 July showing shipwrecks from and around Jersey.

The six stamps come with a booklet including illustrations and details of what happened to the ships.

The stories are taken from the book Shipwrecks of the Channel Islands.

The ships featured on the stamps are the
TSS Princess Ena ,SS Caledonia , TSS Ibex ,SS Schokland, USS PT509 ,PS Superb and a £3 stamp featuring the TSS Roebuck from 1911.

British Elizabethan stamps: The story of the postage stamps of the United Kingdom, Guernsey, Jersey and the Isle of Man, from 1952 to 1970 (Batsford studies in philately)

U.S. Revenues & Back of the Book - Featuring The Jersey Collection (Stamp Auction Catalog) (Michael Aldrich, Sale 34, Dec 7, 1991)

#1247 - 1964 5c New Jersey Tercentenary Postage Stamp Numbered Plate Block (4)

Over 150 old Stamps from around the world!!!!

Royal Australian Navy 1911-2011

2011-07-09T05:58:00.002+05:30

Marking the 100 years of the Royal Australian Navy this 'then and now' stamp issue features the Australian Navy's first flagship, battle cruiser HMAS Australia (I) and modern missile frigate HMAS Sydney (IV).

From settlement in 1788 to 1859, Australia depended on units detached from the Royal Navy based in Sydney to provide naval defence. In 1859, Australia was established as a separate British Naval Station and, until 1913, a squadron of the Royal Navy was maintained in Australian waters. This Australian unit was to be paid for and controlled by the Australian Commonwealth and was to be eventually manned by Australian personnel.

In 1909 discussions held between the British Admiralty and Australian government resulted in the establishment of an Australian Fleet Unit consisting of at least a battle cruiser, three second-class cruisers, six destroyers, three submarines and a number of auxiliaries. The ﬁrst units of this Navy, the destroyers HMA Yarra and Parramatta, reached Australian waters in November 1910 and in the following year on 10 July 1911, His Majesty King George V granted the title of "Royal Australian Navy" to the Commonwealth Naval Forces. On the 4 October 1913, the Australian Fleet entered Sydney Harbour for the ﬁ rst time and in October of the same year formal control of these units passed to the Commonwealth Naval Board, thus ending direct Imperial control.

AUSPOST.COM.AU

The Greatest U.S. Navy Stories Ever Told: Unforgettable Stories of Courage, Honor, and Sacrifice

Six Frigates: The Epic History of the Founding of the U.S. Navy

Ship

Pirate Ship in Bottle Nautical Maritime Boat Decor New

Ships (Single Subject References)

Postal Covers on Ship theme from Germany

2011-07-05T20:56:00.000+05:30

Many Many thanks to Mr Wolfgang Beyer from Germany for sending me a lot of postal covers with Ship stamps and Ship postmark. Will shortly be sharing the scan copies of the same.

I know there has been a delay from my side in sending you the covers/stamps .Will be sending you covers shortly.

THANKS FOR THE COVERS

Wantlist : CAMBODIA EXPLORERS - SHIP STAMPS

2011-06-11T19:36:00.000+05:30

The 1992 Cambodia Explorers - Ships set of five stamps (Scott #1236-1240) MINT NEVER HINGED complete. These show Christopher Columbus, Charles Darwin, Captain Cook, Thor Heyerdahl and Jacques Costeau.

If anybody has the below stamps for exchange/sale ,please get in touch with me ,my email id is :asharprashant@gmail.com

10 Tips for Installing a Mailbox Post Correctly

2011-05-18T11:38:00.001+05:30

Check out a article on Installing a Mailbox Post Correctly . It provide some good tips that you should know before you install a Mailbox.

10 Tips for Installing a Mailbox Post Correctly

Nilgiri Class Guided Missile Frigates of the Indian Navy

2011-05-17T20:01:00.000+05:30

Recently read a very nice article on Nilgiri class guided Frigates of the Indian Navy written by one fellow collector. Check the link below

Click Here : Guided Missile Frigates

10 Reasons People Forget to Change Their Address with the USPS

2011-05-12T20:35:00.000+05:30

Have you ever moved into a new residence and found that the former resident has not changed their mailing address with the US Postal Service? It can be a bit annoying to have other people’s mail to sort through. In addition, you are left with the hassle of marking the envelopes ‘return to sender’ and redepositing them in the mail. Why would someone move and forget to notify the USPS of the change of address?

Check out the link below to know more details:

http://www.changeofaddress.org/blog/2011/10-reasons-people-forget-to-change-their-address-with-the-usps/

Italy : Emilio Salgari an Italian writer stamp

2011-05-09T19:53:00.000+05:30

The Italian Post has issued a stamp commemorating the 100th anniversary of the death of the famous Italian writer Emilio Salgari.

Emilio Salgari (August 21, 1862 - April 25, 1911) was an Italian writer of action adventure swashbucklers and a pioneer of science fiction in Italy.

For over a century his novels were mandatory reading for generations of youth eager for exotic adventures. In Italy, his extensive body of work was more widely read than Dante - and even today, he remains among the 40 most translated Italian authors. Many of his most popular novels have been adapted as comics, animated series and feature films. He is considered the father of Italian adventure fiction, the father of Italian pop culture and the grandfather of the Spaghetti Western.

The stamp depicts a portrait of Emilio Salgari, two seagulls flying in the foreground and an ancient sailing ship plowing the sea.

Stamp Collecting : A Good Hobby

2011-05-02T18:24:00.000+05:30

Stamp collecting might not be something that appeals to you if you have never done this before ,Check out some of the few good reasons why to collect stamps .To read the article click here.

Labours day / Workers Day - May 1

2011-05-01T06:37:00.000+05:30

International Workers'/Labours Day (also known as May Day) is a celebration of the international labour movement and left-wing movements. It commonly sees organized street demonstrations and marches by working people and their labour unions throughout most of the world. May 1 is a national holiday in more than 80 countries. It is also celebrated unofficially in many other countries.

United States of America 3 cent Postage Stamp Commemorating Labor Day - Issued 1956

source: en.wikipedia.org

United states postal service

2011-05-01T05:03:00.000+05:30

Check out important postage links of United states postal service which might be helpful to you.

USPS Web site: Click here

Tracking Progress - USPS tracking

Buy Stamp : Click Here

Stamp Collection : Click Here

Find a Form : Click Here

Postage Calculator : Click Here

Knowledge really is power in this hobby !!

2011-05-01T04:35:00.001+05:30

Find below some links where you will find interesting stuff :

1. Perforation Gauge: A perforation gauge measure perforations on stamps. To view a perforation gauge click here .

2. The-beginners-guide-to-stamp-collecting -To download the pdf click here.

3.APS world forgeries list - A list published by APS. Check out which stamp you need to pay more attention. To download the pdf click here.

4.The Real Story of the Chalo Delhi Stamps by Richard Warren. To download the pdf click here.

The 50th Anniversary of Korea - Portugal Diplomatic Relation -Ship Stamp

2011-04-22T10:55:00.000+05:30

In celebration and commemoration of this 50th anniversary, Korea Post and its Portuguese counterpart, CTT are issuing, through collaborative works, a joint stamp featuring the old ships of the two countries – Korea’s “Turtle Ship” and Portugal’s “Nau.” The backdrop of the sheet features the painting of Navy Maneuvering (housed in Jinju National Museum) from the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty.

The backdrop of this sheet features the painting of Navy Maneuvering (housed in Jinju National Museum) from the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty.

Source:KOREASTAMP.GO.KR

Free Stamps

2011-04-21T19:40:00.000+05:30

On this site new stamp collectors can get a free packet of United States Stamps.

This non-profit site beginning stamp collectors can get a free packet of US stamps, as well as, basic stamp collecting information and links.

Check out the link :

http://freeusastamps.tripod.com/

One more link for free stamps for yougsters

http://www.iswsc.org/iswsc_free.shtml

Stamps on Offer on Amazon.com

2011-04-09T01:43:00.000+05:30

source:amazon.com

Components of Stamp

2011-04-09T00:56:00.002+05:30

Main components of a stamp:
1. Image
2. Perforations
3. Denomination
4. Country name

Postmark over postage stamp

Watermark is a key feature of a stamp, and often constitutes the difference between a common and a rare stamp. For details click here

source: http://en.wikipedia.org

Type of Ships: Mackinaw boat

2011-04-04T17:51:00.000+05:30

A small boat for sailing or rowing with pointed bow and stern, formerly used on and around the upper Great Lakes.

For more detail on the stamp click here.

World Cup 2011 Champion - India

2011-04-03T08:37:00.000+05:30

Congrats India for Winning the World Cup 2011.

India are the World Champions !!!

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How to make a Envelope in seconds

2011-03-26T18:45:00.001+05:30

A easy way to make a envelope ,watch the video. Its very easy to make a envelope...

Click here to view some of the video on my blog

Source: www.youtube.com

Special cover for 100 years of Air Mail - Recent Acquistion

2011-03-25T20:40:00.003+05:30

India Post issued as set of 4 stamps and a MS at the Inaugural function of Indipex 2011 - World Philatelic Exhibition at Delhi by the honourable President of India on 12th Feb 2011..

On 18th February 1911, a French pilot, Henri Pequet flew a small Sommer biplane carrying 6,500 letters from Allahabad to Naini. The journey was brief and lasted just thirteen minutes. The credit for the start of the airmail service goes to the Commander Sir Walter G Windham and the then post master general of United Provinces, Sir Geoffrey Clarke.

If you want this cover please email to annakutty.03@gmail.com

http://philalover.blogspot.com/