The Journal
Scinde Dawk: A Pioneering Event In India’s Postal History
In the vast tapestry of philatelic history, the Scinde Dawk stands as a testament to the ingenuity of human communication and the enduring allure of postage stamps.
Sandalwood, India, 2006
In 2006, the Department of Posts India released a miniature sheet on sandalwood, the first ever scented stamps of India that carried the aroma of sandal.
Madonna and Child (1978), Austria
Madonna and Child (1739) by Martino Altomonte. Collegiate Church Wilhering, Upper Austria. Christmas 1978, Austria.
Indian Leopard, Ceylon, 1970
Ceylon, as Sri Lanka was earlier called, released a postage stamp on Indian Leopard (Panthera pardus fusca) as part of its series on Wild animals in 1970.
Greater One Horned Rhinoceros, 2000
The Greater One Horned Rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis) is the largest of the rhino species endemic to the Indian subcontinent. It is identified by a single horn, 8-25 inches in length, and folds if grey-brown skin that gives the appearance of an armour.
African Tulip Tree, 1961
Gabon (official: Gabonese Republic), is a country in Central Africa, known for its wildlife and natural resources. It is home to more than half of the wild African elephants, chimpanzees and gorillas.
Henri Dunant and Red Cross Centenary, 1963
Henri Dunant (1828-1910) was a Swiss businessman, activist and humanitarian who found the Red Cross movement. His works won him the Nobel Peace Prize in 1901.
Death Centenary of Ana Ipătescu, 1975
Ana Ipătescu (1805-75) was a Romanian revolutionary who fought in the 1848 Wallachian Revolution.
Silver and Cast Iron, 1988
György Lengyel was a Hungarian graphic artist and engraver who brought his own distinctive style to stamp design.
Geese and Tortoise, 2001
Panchatantra is one of the most translated literary works from India, having been translated into more than 50 languages.
Athletics Munich 1972
The Munich Summer Olympics of 1972 was held from 26th August to 11th September of the year, in Munich, a city in what was then known as West Germany.
Wood Church, 1910
Wooden Orthodox Church – Worochta, 1910, is a painting by Leon Wyczółkowski, exhibited in the National Museum in Krakow, Poland.