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South Magnetic Pole 1909-2009 - Australia
Name: South Magnetic Pole 1909-2009
Date of Issue: 8 January, 2008
Denominations:
--55c Unloading the Nimrod
--55c Depositing provisions
--$1.10 Northern Party camp
--$1.10 Claiming the South Magnetic Pole
January 2009 marks the centenary of the first expedition to the South Magnetic Pole, and this issue commemorates that milestone in polar science and exploration.
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Lighthouses of New Zealand
Date of Issue: 7 January 2009
Denominations: 50c, $1.00, $1.50, $2.00, $2.50
In these days of GPS and other sophisticated navigation technology, it’s easy to underestimate the importance of the lighthouse. But today, just as they were 150 years ago, these structures are vital to ensuring the safety of those at sea. Beaming light across the waves, they guide traders and travellers to sheltered waters – a welcome sight on many a dark and stormy night.
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2009 Year of the Ox - New Zealand
Date of Issue: 7 January 2009
Denominations: 50c, $1.00, $2.00
The Ox is the second of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac – an emblem of spring and agriculture and, it’s believed, able to repress the evil spirits that disturb the waters of lakes, rivers and oceans. The Ox symbol on this stamp is set against a cloud motif, a device commonly used in Chinese art to symbolize great good fortune and joyfulness.
People born in the Year of the Ox are natural leaders – dependable, calm, modest and hardworking. Just like the animal they represent, they are tireless in their work and capable of enduring any hardship without complaint.
No Chinese New Year is complete without the beautiful red lanterns that light up the night sky. Symbols of fertility, they also have a traditional role in ensuring the safe passage back to the ‘world beyond’ of the souls of ancestors who return to the homes of their descendants for the festivities.
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Bicentennial of Louis Braille’s Birth - Korea
Date of Issue: 2 January, 2009
Denominations:250 won
The Braille characters used by blind people across the world were created by Louis Braille of France. January 4, 2009 is a meaningful day that celebrates the 200th anniversary of the birth of Louis Braille.
The Braille points comprise the 6 dots that are the most beautiful in the world. His name Braille is now referred to mean raised letters. On the 200th anniversary of the birth of Louis Braille, a new stamp is issued to commemorate his great achievements. The stamp features Louis Braille, the phrase meaning “the world seen by hands” and the image of the raised letters that expresses this phrase.
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Year of the Ox - Canada
Date of Issue: 8 January, 2009
Denominations: 54c
The Year of the Ox: a time of stability, harmony and balance. The issue will be the first release in a new 12-year Lunar New Year series.
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Louis Braille Birth Bicentenary - India
Name: Louis Braille Birth Bicentenary
Date of Issue: 4 January, 2009
Denominations:500p
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Happy New Year !!!!!
Hi Friends,
First of all Happy New Year to all the Philately Friends and all the visitors. I am extremely sorry for not updating blog for such a long time, but it's all over let's start with fresh one in fresh year.
Now onwards the blog will be regularly updated, with latest information of new stamps.
Hope you will enjoy.
Happy collecting.
Thanks
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