rainbow stamp news- january 2009 issue # 13

8/8/2019 Rainbow Stamp News- January 2009 Issue # 13

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Festival of Stamps in Ahmadabad

Gujarat Philatelists' Association is going to organize one of the biggest festival of stamps in Ahmedabad from Jan 30-Feb 1,2009 at Srimati Sushilaben Ratilal Hall, opposite Choice Restaurant, C G Road, near Swastik Crossroads, Ahmedabad 380009.Philatelists from different states are expected to attend this festival.

Dealers Booth: Ground Floor Rs 7000, First Floor Rs 4000, inclusive of lunch and tea for 2 persons for 3 days Contact: AnilChoksi, Treasurer GPA, 0 99257 03513 or 079 2656 4923

2009 Stamp Issue Programme by Royal Mail

Iconic British designs such as the red telephone box and the London Underground map are to feature on a new set of

postage stamps to be released in the New Year. The set of 10 stamps, featuring classic designs from the 20th century, will goon sale from January 13. The mini skirt, the Mini car and the Concorde aeroplane will also feature.

Later in the year, the Royal Mail will depart from the traditional rectangular stamp shape for a set of jigsaw-piece-shapedstamps marking the bicentenary of the birth of naturalist Charles Darwin, and the 150th anniversary of his seminal work "Onthe Origin of Species."

Further stamp sets planned for 2009 include pioneers of the Industrial Revolution to be released in March, the House of Tudorin June, post boxes in August and eminent Britons in October.

SPORTS Philately


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Olympic History Helsinki 1952

On 13 November 2006 the shared intention of the Hungarian Olympic Committee and Magyar Posta (Hungary Post) tocelebrate the medal-winners of the summer Olympics held fifty years beforehand became reality through the issue of a stampblock, which at the same time fulfilled the hopes of collectors. The theme "Olympic History" is expanded every two years andin 2008 pays tribute to the medal winners of the Helsinki Olympics. The stamp block's release on 26 October 2008 was theresult of co-operation with the HOC. The photographs for the graphic design were provided by the Archives of the HungarianMuseum of Sport.

The design of the stamp of the numbered block shows a portrait of Ferenc Pusks framed by the Hungarian sportsmen andwomen who won a gold medal at the Helsinki Olympics. The composition is completed by the five Olympic rings. A specialfeature of the commemorative stamp block is that the names and disciplines of the gold, silver and bronze medalists on theframe are visible under UV light. The numbering in the top right corner also fluoresces in UV light. The first day cover isdecorated by the names of the medal winners and the postmark features a stylized drawing of the stadium to symbolize the 16gold medals.

M.C.C. and Cricket Association of Bengal put a joint stamp on history


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In association with the Cricket Association of Bengal the M.C.C. will be celebrating the 75th anniversary of Englands firstTest match in India on January 5th 2009. It will issue 1000 commemorative envelopes bearing a unique stamp and postmark.Each specially designed envelope features the scorecard and match day images from 1934. Inside will be a replica of thescorecard for the four-day match that took place in January 1934 between England led by Douglas Jardine and India led byCK Nayadu.

The M.C.C. is the worlds oldest cricket club and Keeper of the Laws. Its base at Lords Cricket Ground, St Johns Wood,London being revered worldwide as The home of cricket. The Cricket Association of Bengal has its base at Eden Gardens,Kolkata, home to Indias oldest cricket club. Also the venue where the greatest number of Test matches in India has beenplayed. Jardine and Nayadu feature on the limited edition stamp that will be cancelled with an MCC postmark on 5th January,the day the match started.

Hamilton to feature on British commemorative stamp?

The Royal Mail is considering paying tribute to Lewis Hamilton by featuring the Formula One World Champion on a set ofcommemorative stamps. Reports indicate the stamps are to be released in the New Year and will serve as an accolade for the

youngest-ever F1 champion. The move is slightly unusual as the Royal Mail has already released its 2009 stamp schedule andholds a policy of not featuring living non-royalty on stamps unless they are part of a larger group. Englands Ashes-winningcricketers were featured on the stamps and since then only a couple of living actors were featured including, Dora Bryan andChristopher Lee.


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Stamps by Isle of Man celebrate Lewis Hamilton's F1 success

The Isle of Man Post Office is to issue stamps to mark Lewis Hamilton's F1 world championship win. Given the Island'smotorsport connections, it was decided the star was an appropriate subject for the set of six commemorative stamps. The

stamp collection is entitled Lewis Hamilton Formula One World Champion and includes a first day cover, presentation packand special sheet folder. The packs will be issued on January 15.

Fauzy stamps launched in Malaysia

A1 Team Malaysia's driver Fairuz Fauzy is featured on a special stamp issued to commemorate the Malaysian driver's firstvictory in the A1GP World Cup of Motorsport, which was launched at the team's home round of the A1GP Series at theSepang circuit.This souvenir stamp is supplied with a special envelope which depicts the A1 Team Malaysia car and Fauzycelebrating his maiden A1GP victory at the opening round of this season in Zandvoort, Netherlands


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Stamps on Favourite Australian Films

This stamp issue celebrates Australia's favorite local films, as voted for in a competition jointly organized by Australia Post

and the Australian Film Institute (AFI). This is the first time that an Australian stamp issue has been produced based on thevoting preferences of the Australian public. The five films are: Gallipoli,Muriel's Wedding, The Adventures of Priscilla, Queenof the Desert, The Castle, & Lantana

The Castle was announced overall favourite Australian film in December 2008 at the LOreal AFI Awards. To celebrate theaward of The Castle as being Australias favourite film of all time. Australia Post released a special stamp sheetlet pack inhonor of this classic Australian film. And which is featured in a special embellished sheetlet of self-adhesive stamps (10 x55c).

About the Film

The Castle takes a humorous look at an Aussie battlers attachment to his suburban family home and his triumph overpowerful corporate interests. This is the Kerrigan familys story of their battle with the airport to keep their beloved house.The Castl e is a Working Dog production and the cast included Michael Caton, Anne Tenney, Stephen Curry, Sophie Lee, EricBana and Charles Bud Tingwell.

In 1997 The Castle won Best Original Screenplay at the AFI Awards and the Australian Movie of the Year at the AustralianBox Office Achievement Awards (1998). It received another 11 nominations at various Award events around the world.


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Specialized Section

Thematic Philately is the most favorite class of philatelists these days as the number of exhibitors exhibiting their collections in different philatelic exhibitions organized at State, National and International level in this class is quite big. Thematic Philately presents a philatelic collection in a variety of ways, narrating different subjects in most beautiful manner through various types of philatelic items. It involves collectors deep research about the chosen theme and hunting of philatelic items related to the subject and often it takes many years to prepare a good thematic collection. As the number of participants has considerably increased in this class, the competition has become quite tough and to win a Gold medal in Thematic Class is not a childs play. Dr. Styendra Kumar Agrawal needs no introduction to the field of Thematic Philately as he has distinguished himself in this field through his magnificent exhibits which has been internationally recognized and awarded.His name is synonymous with the Roses. His exhibit Roses earned the honor of receiving many prestigious awards at National and International levels including Gold . Now besides a renowned philatelist he is also known for his comprehensive articles on various subjects of Thematic Philately. His article Way to Gold will prove to be a guideline for all those who love Thematic Philately. As it reveals many finer points of this branch about which a common philatelist is not aware. It will enable them to prepare their collection in the most organized and technically correct way on international standards and achieve success at national and international exhibitions. Editor

WAY TO GOLD

Dr. Satyendra Kumar [email protected]


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7. Specific characteristics

Scenario is changing from stamp collecting to philatelic collecting. In any International exhibition, three things are noticeable,in top award winning exhibits:

1. Inclusion of large number of covers, cancellations and postal documents other than stamps.2. Inclusion of increasing quantity of material pertaining to classic and middle period.3. Importance attached to the title page and introduction.

Dr. Manfred Bergman, FIP coordinator of the World thematic groups, has compared the bad thematic collection to the poorscientist. The scientist, who does not correctly learn the basics of his subject, may know which elements to use to create asubstance, but unless he also knows in which proportion they must be used, he is likely to create an unwanted explosion. Abalance of philatelic elements is also necessary for up gradation of your exhibit.

Postogram Street Collection Card Mulready sheet

Advertising Collar French Booklet US Fancy Cancellation


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A Comparison of Philatelic Elements

The six Gold Medal Thematic exhibits have been analyzed to determine the average number of different philatelic elements(aside from postage stamps) that are included per frame.(Source: Topical Times Sept-Oct1997, Exhibition- PACIFIC 1997)

Element 1 2 3 4 5 6Booklets 1.8 1.0 2.5 1.0 1.3 0.0Encased Stamps - - 0.25 - - -IRCs - - 0.13 1.5 0.13 -MC 0.25 - 0.13 0.13 - -Postmarks 2.0 4.4. 2.9 2.4 2.9 0.8Proofs & Essays 1.6 0.36 0.63 0.75 1.9 2.6Stamped Covers 6.9 4.8 1.5 8.5 2.9 9.2Stampless Covers 1.0 0.5 0.5 2.9 0.63 0.0Telegramme 0.13 - 0.75 - 0.13 -V-Mails - 0.25 - - 0.25 -Meters 0.75 4.9 3.9 1.2 3.5 1.0Stationery (Postal) 3.6 6.8 10.0 4.0 7.9 4.2

4. Conclusions

Thematic is like a multidisciplinary exercise that involves a sound knowledge of all the worlds stamps as well as postalhistory. It also requires deep understanding of the subject / theme chosen with knowledge of world history, geography,religion, art etc. Thematic is called labour oriented discipline, while traditional philately is known as capital oriented.However. At the advance stage, thematic also becomes a costly discipline and requires lot of planning and imaginations.After all it is philately. Self judging of your exhibit before deciding to take part in competition is always fruitful and necessary.It saves lot of money (Exhibition fee and other expenses at National and International level are becoming too expensive). Italso saves from frustrations. If you find your exhibit a level above your expectations only then send your entry. If the result isstill not up to your satisfaction do not waste your energy in just writing letters to editors criticizing the jury or its judgment,instead look back on your exhibit, analyze it seriously and try to find out the short comings. With time try to remove andimprove your exhibit. Your imaginations, serious subject studies as well as thematic and philatelic knowledge (backed by aheavy pocket) are the only elements necessary for your exhibit joining the race for Gold.

(The views presented in this article are an outcome of my personal experiences which I gained in my long philatelic journey.Deviations and corrections with time are always possible.)


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New Issues from other countries

Aland

22 January 2009 New Border, New Times - .80

22 January 2009 Climate friendly electricity to celebrate anniversary- M/s - 2.00

Australia

3 November 2008 5 Favourite Australian Films 5 stampsCanada

3 Nov 2008 Christmas with Winter Fun


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Czech Republic

5 November 2008 The collections of T ebechovice Museum of Bethlehems - 30 Kc

25 Nov. 2008 Presidency of the Council of the European Union 170 Kc

Germany

2 Jan 2009 meteorological Phenomenon 45 + 20, 55 + 25, 56 + 25, 145 + 56

Hong Kong

27 November 2008 Judiciary- $ 1.40, 2.40, 3.00, 5.00

Iceland

6 November 2008 Holiday stamps


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Ireland

5 Dec 200d Wild Flowers from Ireland (Definitive)

Malaysia

16 December 2008 Premier Schools of Malaysia 4 x 50 Sen

Poland

24 October 2008 EU capital Cities 2 x 1.45, 2 x 3, 2 x 3.65 PLN

30 October 2008 The 50th anniversary of the "Kabaret Starszych Panw" comedy series 1.45 zl

11 November 2008 Year of Independence -1.45 zl


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27 November 2008 Christmas 2008 1.45 zt, 3 zt

1 December 2008 Climate change- Poznan 2008 2.40 zl

1 December 2008 The Year of Zbigniew Herbert -2.10 zl

Pakistan

Dec 10: United Nations Human Rights Award 2008 for Benazir Bhutto

Dec 27: Benazir Bhutto 1st Martyrdom Anniversary, Rs 4

USA

2 October 2008 Great Lakes Dunes S/S $ 4.20

Readers Right

Editors note- The aim of this stamp newsletter is to provide instant information and facts on philately to the readers and notto hurt anyones feelings. A new column Readers Right has been started from April issue. Readers may express their views,anguish and resentment through this column on philately. The platform is not used for any vested interest to causederogatory to philately. When writing your views be sure that it should be related to philately only. It should not be used to

express personal feelings between persons or groups in any manner. Please send your postal address and Ph. No. and ifpossible a photo too when writing on any controversial issue.

Dear Sirs,

This is to bring to your notice the fact that despite having sufficient funds in my Philatelic Deposit Account I have not beensupplied with any Philatelic Material such as stamps, first day covers etc as per my standing instructions since 01 October2008.


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The excuse being given to me by the Gentleman at the Philatelic Bureau Parliament Street, New Delhi is that they have stillnot received the material, they are over-worked due to too many issues of stamps every month etc etc. If what he says is true,then it is high time your Dept did something about it. It is also intriguing that while the Main Philatelic Bureau in India doesnot have the commemorative stamps and FDCs, the local dealers in the market have them. You can draw your own

conclusions on that.

I would be highly obliged if you could kindly look into this expeditiously. Taking the RTI route, Consumer Forum or TheCentral Vigilance commission route would obviously be the other channels one would have to explore, if immediatemeasures are not taken by your Dept.

Yours Faithfully,

Commodore V. P. Kapre, Indian Navy .

Vishakha Avachat, Mumbai

I am a journalist. It would be very kind of you, if you read my mail and help me.

Currently, I am working on an article related to Stamp Collection as a hobby. I wanted to speak to stamp collectors and theirassociations in Mumbai and across India.I would like to know about stamp collection as your hobby and what activities do you do for the same. Also, if you are activein any group or organization related to Philately, please elaborate on the same.

I would also like to know what you think about stamp collection as a hobby and an art. Do you think that this hobby is on thedecline? If yes, why? And what could be done for its revival.

If you could provide me with your contact number, that will be great as I will be able to speak to you directly. All your quoteswill be duly credited.Thanks and Regards.

Vishakha Avachat, E-mail: [email protected]


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Editors Mail Box

Arun Tendulkar, Mumbai

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY. May you continue to lead with 'JYOTI ' and light up the philatelic scene in India for many more yearsto come .May be it will help to spread the hobby if u send your mail ID to various schools to put up on there notice boards !Best wishes for future!

Maiank Kathiara, Ahmadabad

I take this opportunity to congratulate you on completion of one year of e magazine. It is indeed a great dedicated effort fromyou. This site has caught fancy among collectors and the subscriber base will increase manifold in the time to come. Keep itup and all the good wishes to you.

Naresh Agarwal, Bilaspur (M.P.)

A wonderful bulletin. So lucrative, colorful, beautiful, well designed, eventful, informative, introductive and above all touchingbulletin. Has to be so being the anniversary issue displaying its and your successful philatelic journey.

I want to thank to Dr. Satyendra Kumar Agrawal too because he has been a major contributor to this news bulletin with hiswell researched beautiful articles on different subjects of thematic philately. Really specialized thematic philatelist. For me hehas lived up to his reputation. He has been source of inspiration for many including me.

Introduction to Sri T.N. Prahlada Rao, aged 82, an old philatelist has re-energized me for his participation in OLYMPEX 2008and winning prize. Certainly philately goes with the body.

All in all, this anniversary issue is certainly an immemorable one.I wish you success in oncoming publications


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Promotional section

75th anniversary of Englands first Test match in India

The special cover to be released on this occasion will be individually numbered in a presentation pack as a limited edition ofjust 1000. Issue price will be 10 plus post and packing. It is being offered to MCC members first through an advance mailingthis week and demand in both England and India for the issue is expected to be very high. The cover can only be orderedthrough Chapman and Mitchell Covers at Bletchley Park Post Office, Bletchley Park, Milton Keynes, MK3 6EB, Tel:01908272690/631797. Or from the MCC section of the website at www.bletchleycovers.com

-Terry Mitchell [email protected]

- For Indian Mint stamps contact : Rajesh K. Agarwal, E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected]

Current Philatelic Magazines Newsletters

Stamp of India Collectors Companion - Indias first and most updated weekly e-newsletter edited by Madhukar and SavitaJhingan from Stamps of India, New Delhi. E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.stampsofindia.com

The Fila Capsule- Jul Aug, Sep - Oct 2008, Bi Monthly Editor: Ajit Kumar Dash [email protected] Published by:Eastern India Philatelists' Association, Bhubaneswar

ITS Stamp News - Oct - Dec 2008, Quarterly Editor: Suraj Jaitly [email protected] Published by: Indian ThematicSociety, Ludhiana

Phila Post Quarterly Philately Journal available from Linda Brady Hawke, L.B. Associates (Pvt.) Ltd., H-108 Sector 63, Noida-201301. Subscription Rs. 40 by M.O. for 4 issues.

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Readers may also express their views on any philatelic matter which will be published under Club News at Rainbow StampCub Blog. Philatelic Clubs and Societies may also send brief write ups. News about new issues of India and abroad and otherinformation related with Philately are regularly posted on this blog. Readers may send reports on new issues, special covers,

cancellations & philatelic activities of their area for inclusion in this Blog. - Editor

Courtes y- News and Image Resource to this issue - Stamps of India, The beginners Guide to Stamp collecting, AustraliaPost, Pradip Mohanty-Cuttack, H.K.Jain Mandla (M.P.), S.S. Rath Bhubaneswar, Shrikant Parikh, Maiank Kathiara, VaradDhaky Ahmedabad, Vinod Sabharwal - New Delhi ,Terry Mitchell

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Till Next Month Happy Collecting..

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