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STAMPS FROM FORMER COUNTRIES – Modena

STAMPS FROM FORMER COUNTRIES – Modena

The Duchy of Modena and Reggio existed from the 16th century until 1860, when it became part of the united Italy. It is situated in the upper part of the Italian peninsula and the capital was the city of Modena. The Duchy issued its first five stamps on 1 June 1852....
HORSES ON STAMPS

HORSES ON STAMPS

There are many different breeds of horses. A lot of work is being done to preserve these breeds. This is done by allowing only the best stallions to cover the mares. Today’s stamp from Austria (1946) is a celebration of horse breeding and shows a mare and her...
HORSES ON STAMPS

HORSES ON STAMPS

The Icelandic horse is a breed of horse developed from ponies taken to Iceland by Nordic settlers in the 9th and 10th centuries. The breed is mentioned in literature and historical records throughout Icelandic history. The first reference to the horse appears in the...