A Biblical Scene is the main focus for Ireland’s Christmas Stamp.
The two Stamps on a Roll (SOAR), stamps are based on paintings of Biblical scenes, while the self-adhesive stamp features a secular image. The 55c SOAR stamp is based on a detail from The Adoration of...
View ArticleIrish Presidency of the Council of the European Union – Stamp Issue
On January 17, 2013, An Post issued a stamp to mark Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union (EU). Ireland’s term of presidency runs from January 1 to June 30, 2013 and is the seventh...
View ArticleThe Gathering Ireland 2013!
The Gathering is a tourism-led initiative that seeks to harness and strengthen the connections between Ireland and its global diaspora. Billed as a spectacular, year-long celebration of all things...
View ArticleSt Patrick’s Day celebratory issue by Ireland!!
St Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. He was born around 390AD in Wales, and died at Saul, Downpatrick, Co. Down, in 460AD. St Patrick is credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland, which at...
View ArticleWeddings 2013 by Ireland!
The word ‘wedding’ comes from the root meaning to ‘gamble’ or ‘wager’. The Anglo-Saxon word ‘wedd’ meant that the groom would vow to marry the woman, but it also meant the sum of money, or barter,...
View ArticleGreetings 2013 from Ireland!!
The origin of sending greeting cards can be traced back to ancient Egypt and China, where hand printed messages of goodwill were exchanged. The custom then made its way to Europe during the 15th...
View Article50th Anniversary of the Irish Cancer Society –‘N’ Rate Stamp!!
On March 21, 2013, An Post issued a stamp to mark the 50th anniversary of the Irish Cancer Society. The Irish Cancer Society is the national charity dedicated to cancer prevention, saving lives from...
View ArticleIreland issues a new stamp presenting contemporary visual arts!!
Contemporary visual art is the name given to art that has been produced by practising visual artists of our time. Contemporary visual art reflects the culture of the present and offers everyone the...
View ArticleAn Post releases its Europa 2013 stamp issue!!
On May 2, 2013, An Post issued two stamps as its contribution to the 2013 Europa stamp issue. The theme of the issue was ‘Postal Vehicles’, with the emphasis on vehicles used to deliver mail. The...
View ArticleDublin – UNESCO City of World Literature!!
On May 16, 2013, An Post issued a stamp to commemorate Dublin UNESCO City of World Literature. Dublin was designated a UNESCO City of Literature on July 26, 2010. This is a permanent designation which...
View ArticleJohn F. Kennedy 1917- 1963 by An Post!!
On June 6, 2013, An Post issued two stamps to celebrate the life and achievements of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy. The 60c stamp is the stamp shown. The son of a wealthy and political...
View ArticleIreland releases a stamp issue dedicated to ‘The Port of Cork’
The history of the port dates back to 1813, when the Cork Harbour Commissioners were established. They remained in existence until 1997, when responsibility transferred to the Port of Cork Company, a...
View ArticleIrish Animals and Marine Life – Phase IV by An Post!
An Post issued a further eight stamps for its Irish Animals and Marine Life definitive series, illustrating Ireland’s biodiversity from the seabed to the mountain top. Biodiversity is an...
View ArticleAn Post commemorates the ‘Centenary of The General Lockout’ with this new...
On August 22, 2013, An Post issued three stamps to commemorate the centenary of the General Lockout. The General Lockout was a major conflict between unskilled workers seeking better pay and the right...
View ArticleAn Post has issued four stamps in recognition of the Irish Defence Forces!
An Post issued four stamps in recognition of the Irish Defence Forces (Óglaigh na hÉireann), which has occupied a unique position in Irish society since its foundation. The Irish Defence Forces traces...
View ArticleIreland releases a stamp issue celebrating social integration in their country
An Post has issued four stamps entitled Ireland – An Integrated Society to recognise the changing face of Irish society. The 60c Se-tenant Stamps are the stamps shown. Ireland has always been known as...
View ArticleIreland Post issues a stamp to commemorate the centenary of the Irish...
An Post issues a stamp to commemorate the centenary of the Irish Volunteer Force. In the six years of their short existence the Irish Volunteer Force helped shape the course of Irish history and left...
View ArticleIreland post issues four stamps entitled Contemporary Public Buildings
On October 17, 2013, An Post issued four stamps entitled Contemporary Public Buildings. The four public buildings featured in this issue project a forward looking and creative image of Ireland, and...
View ArticleIreland Post release vibrant and cheerful Greetings stamps!
Every year, An Post issues vibrant and cheerful Greetings stamps which are designed to reflect the rich tradition of Irish hospitality and friendliness. Greeting stamps are also intended to convey the...
View ArticleIreland Post have issued a Love and Marriage stamp as an extension of the...
An Post have issued a Love and Marriage stamp as an extension of the popular Wedding stamp series. This year, the stamp is based on a photograph of a red rose – the symbol of love – by award-winning,...
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