Author: thedigitalphilatelist

The Shalimar Hotel was originally built as an apartment complex by Shalimar Developments Ltd but opened as a hotel in 1971. It was located within a few mintues from the International Bazaar. The hotel was fully furnished, and as it was originally designed as an apartment block, each room had…

Details Series: 1971 Christmas 1971 Printer: Wallsall Security Printers Ltd, England Process: Lithography (15c die-stamped in gold) Paper:  Watermark: Block C.A. Perf: 15 (line) Cylinders:  Sheet: Quantity:

The Star of Bethlehem, or Christmas Star, appears in the nativity story of the Gospel of Matthew where “wise men from the East” (Magi) are inspired by the star to travel to Jerusalem. The star leads them to Jesus’ Bethlehem birthplace, where they worship him and give him gifts. The…

In Christianity, wreaths are used to observe the Advent season, in preparation for Christmastide and Epiphanytide, as well as to celebrate the latter two liturgical seasons. These wreaths, as with other Advent and Christmas decorations, are often set up on the first Sunday of Advent, a custom that is sometimes…

Peace on Earth is the concept of an ideal state of peace within and among all people and nations on Planet Earth. Different cultures, religions, philosophies, and organizations have varying concepts on how such a state would come about. Doves, usually white in color, are used in many settings as…

Snowflakes are often used as symbols representing winter or cold conditions. Therefore, the snowflake is often a traditional seasonal image or motif used around the Christmas season, especially in Europe and North America. Snowflakes are also traditionally associated with the “White Christmas” weather that often occurs during Christmastide. As a…

Details Date of Issue: 19 October 1971 Date Withdrawn: Date Invalidated: Designer:  Printer: Wallsall Security Printers Ltd, England Process: Lithography (15c die-stamped in gold) Paper:  Watermark: Block C.A. Perf: 14 x 14.5 (comb) 15 (line) [MS only} Cylinders:  1A 1A  (11c) 1A 1A 1A : 1B 1B 1B (3c, 18c) [Left…