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CLASSIC STAMPS: Monaco

CLASSIC STAMPS: Monaco

Monaco’s postal history is a fascinating journey that reflects the principality’s evolution and development over the years. The earliest known postal services in Monaco date back to the 18th century when letters were dispatched via the French postal...
CLASSIC STAMPS: Portugal

CLASSIC STAMPS: Portugal

In 1894 13 stamps were issued to celebrate the 500th birthday of Henrik the Sailor (1394-1460). He was the son of Johan 1st of Portugal and known for having been behind the first Portuguese voyages of discovery, on which, among other things, discovered the Açores in...
CLASSIC STAMPS: Portugal

CLASSIC STAMPS: Portugal

In 1862, five stamps were issued with a face value of 5, 10, 25, 50 and 100 Reis. They all show a portrait of the new king Luis I (1861-89). Today’s stamp is the 25 Reis issue, which has a CV of €140 in mint condition.