Australia Philately: 1971 Royal Australian Air Force (1921-1971)

A 6c stamp commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Royal Australian Air Force was issued on 9th June, 1971. It was designed by Mr. Ray Honisett, of Melbourne, a well-known aircraft illustrator, whose work includes commissions for the Australian War Memorial, Canberra. Mr. Honisett also designed the two first day…

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Rhodesia Philately: 1971 Birds of Rhodesia – 5c Golden Breasted Bunting

The subject is the Golden-breasted Bunting, which is found throughout Rhodesia but which is less numerous in higher areas. It is a bird that can become very tame. Details Designer: From photographs by Peter Ginn Printer: Mardon Printers (Pvt.) Ltd., Salisbury, Rhodesia Process: Lithography Paper: Chromo with brown gum Watermark: None Perf: 14.5 (comb) Cylinders: Printed…

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Rhodesia Philately: 1971 Birds of Rhodesia – 25c Wattled Plover

A Wattled plover is shown. These birds are found near water, particularly where marshy conditions exist, throughout Rhodesia but usually above 3,000 feet. The plaintive call is distinctive. Details Designer: From photographs by Peter Ginn Printer: Mardon Printers (Pvt.) Ltd., Salisbury, Rhodesia Process: Lithography Paper: Chromo with brown gum Watermark: None Perf: 14.5 (comb) Cylinders: Printed…

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