The orange with black and white markings make the hoopoe distinctive. The crest is usually carried folded, but it may be raised and lowered as the bird walks across a lawn probing the ground for grubs and other insects. It is a savanna bird that has become adapted to man…
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Rhodesia Philately: 1971 Birds of Rhodesia
Rhodesia is exceptionally fortunate with its bird life; an estimated 620 species are to be found within its borders. Birds may be seen everywhere, but some species are not found in some areas, depending on climate and altitude. They are particularly abundant in Rhodesia’s many national parks. In contrast to…
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Rhodesia Philately: Big Game Photography (Pvt.) Ltd. (V Series – Type II)
Details Publisher: Big Game Photography (Pvt.) Ltd. Distributor: Printer: Big Game Photography (Pvt.) Ltd., Salisbury Process: Photographer: Year: 1968 Series: V Series
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Details Publisher: Holiday Inn Distributor: Printer: Litho in U.S.A. Miami Process: Photographer: Year: Series:
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2000 – CLARENCE STREET 2000 – HAYMARKET 2034 – COOGEE 2220 – HURSTVILLE 2640 – ALBURY
View More Australia Philately: 1971 50th Anniversary of Rotary in Australia – First Day Covers No.23 & No.24 (NSW)Australia Philately: 1971 50th Anniversary of Rotary in Australia – First Day Covers No.23 & No.24 (VIC)
3000 – DEGRAVES STREET 3000 – RUSSELL STREET
View More Australia Philately: 1971 50th Anniversary of Rotary in Australia – First Day Covers No.23 & No.24 (VIC)Australia Philately: 1971 50th Anniversary of Rotary in Australia
On 17th May, 1971, a 6c stamp was issued to mark the 50th Anniversary of Rotary in Australia. The first Australian Rotary club was formed in April 1921. The May issue date was arranged to coincide with the 62nd Rotary International Convetion. The stamps shows the Rotary emblem against a…
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A special postmarker was associated with the issue of the 6c 50th Anniversary of Rotary in Australia postage stamp. From 15th to 20th May, 1971, a temporary post office was available at the Sydney Showground for the 62nd Rotary International Convention. Details Date: 15 May 1971 – 20 May 1971 Quantity:…
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