Royal Philatelic Society London: Incoming Mail to Sarawak

Simon Martin-Redman FRPSL presents the subject of incoming mail into Sarawak. Covers from Sarawak are exceptionally scarce, which is not surprising really as in 1870 there were only about 25 officers in the employ of the Rajah plus a few missionaries, and even by 1900 there were still only 80…

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Let’s Talk Stamps: Israel First Day Covers from 1967 Arab-Israeli War

In this video, Let’s Talk Stamps shares some rare Israel First Day Covers during and immediately after the 1967 Arab-Israeli war. This week marks the 56th anniversary of the 1967 war whereby Israel conquered the West Bank and Eastern Jerusalem from Jordan, the Gaza Strip, and the Sinai Peninsula from…

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Stories Behind the Stamps: Fascinating Reasons Behind The Removal of the Stamp

In this captivating video, we witness the remarkable transformation of an item commonly dismissed as mere rubbish, as the intertwined narratives of postal history and social history weave their enchanting tale. Prepare to embark on a riveting journey through time, as we delve into the captivating depths of this seemingly…

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