af Vagn Juhl-Larsen | jan 13, 2024 | Stamp of the day
In 1867 Chile issued yet another series depicting the portrait of Columbus. But now in a new design and perforated. Todays stamp is the 1 centavo issue with a CV of 25 $ for a mint copy.
af Vagn Juhl-Larsen | jan 12, 2024 | Stamp of the day
The first official postal service was established in 1827, and soon after, postage stamps were introduced in 1853, making Chile one of the earliest countries to adopt this innovative system. The 19th and early 20th centuries witnessed the expansion and modernization...
af Vagn Juhl-Larsen | jan 11, 2024 | Stamp of the day
In 1913 Switzerland issued their first “Pro Juventute” stamp of many to come. Pro Juventute is a charitable foundation in Switzerland established in 1912. It is dedicated to supporting the rights and needs of Swiss children and youth. Since 1913, the Swiss post office...
af Vagn Juhl-Larsen | jan 10, 2024 | Stamp of the day
In 1907 Switzerland issued a small series of three stamps depicting the son of Wilhelm Tell. According to legend, Wilhelm Tell was a farmer and a well-known hunter, and together with his son was on his way across the square in Altdorf in the canton of Uri. Here the...
af Vagn Juhl-Larsen | jan 9, 2024 | Stamp of the day
In 1854 Switzerland issued a new design of stamps, the so called “Strubel” depicting the sitting Helveria. Helvetia is the female national personification of Switzerland, officially Confoederatio Helvetica, the Swiss Confederation. The allegory is typically depicted...
