The genus Clematopsis is in the family Ranunculaceae in the major group Angiosperms (Flowering plants). Two species of Clematopsis are native to Zambia. Details Designer: Gabriel Ellison Printer: Harrison & Sons Ltd, London Process: Photogravure Paper: Watermark: None Perf: 14 x 13.5 Cylinders: 1A (Yellow), 1A (Purple), 1A (Sepia Sheet: R6 x 10 Quantity:…
View More Zambia Philately: 1965 1st Anniversary of Independence – 1/3d ClematopsisIndependence Stadium was opened in 1964 in Lusaka, Zambia. On midnight of 23 October 1964, the stadium was host to Independence celebrations where the green, red, orange and black flag with a fish eagle, designed by Gabriel Ellison, was hoisted at 12.01am on 24 October 1964 to the national anthem…
View More Zambia Philately: 1965 1st Anniversary of Independence – 6d Independence StadiumThe State House (also known as Government House) is located in Lusaka and was opened in 1935 as the official residence of the Governor of Northern Rhodesia. The building was designed by renowned British architect Sir Walcot who famous for designing government buildings in South Africa. The building was funded…
View More Zambia Philately: 1965 1st Anniversary of Independence – 3d State HouseDuring the Independence Ceremony in Lusaka on 24th October, 1964, the President of the Republic of Zambia, Dr. Kuanda, said: “The task before us in building our new nation is formidable and I shall need the support of you, the people of Zambia, if I am to succeed.” The People…
View More Zambia Philately: 1965 1st Anniversary of IndependenceThe Christopher Columbus Memorial Foundation was founded by “prominent members of American nations” to commemorate a “dramatic moment history of the Americas” and to develop San Salvador as a cultural centre. An ‘Instituto de las Americas’ was established and was intended to be a seat of high learning dedicated to…
View More Bahamas Philately: 1965 – Columbus Memorial FestivalDetails Date of Issue: 6 October 1965 Date Withdrawn: 6 January 1966 Date Invalidated: Designer: H. E. Baxter Printer: Harrisons and Sons Ltd, London Process: Photogravure Paper: Watermark: None Perf: 14.5 (comb) Cylinders: 1A 1A Sheet: R12 x 5 (60 stamps) Quantity: Subjects 3d Learning and Scholarship 9d Learning and Scholarship 1/6d – 3s. – 6/6d…
View More Malawi Philately: 1965 University of MalawiDetails Series: 1965 University of Malawi Subject: Learning and Scholarship Designer: H. E. Baxter Printer: Harrisons and Sons Ltd, London Process: Photogravure Paper: Watermark: None Perf: 14.5 (comb) Cylinders: 1A (Magenta) 1A (Black) Sheet: R12 x 5 (60 stamps) Quantity: Sheet Numbers
View More Malawi Philately: 1965 University of Malawi – 9d Learning and ScholarshipDetails Series: 1965 University of Malawi Subject: Learning and Scholarship Designer: H. E. Baxter Printer: Harrisons and Sons Ltd, London Process: Photogravure Paper: Watermark: None Perf: 14.5 (comb) Cylinders: 1A (Emerald) 1A (Black) Sheet: R12 x 5 (60 stamps) Quantity: Sheet Numbers
View More Malawi Philately: 1965 University of Malawi – 3d Learning and ScholarshipThe Two Turtles Inn was located in George Town, Great Exuma. It was owned and operated by Fritz Luddington. The main lodge accommodated 20 people, and later additions allowed an additional 12 people in two units that jutted out into Elizabeth Harbour. References Flying Magazine Jun 1966
View More Bahamas Philately: Two Turtles InnMonterey Printing and Packaging Ltd opened in 1964 and was located in Skyways, Ndola. A second office was later opened in Kitwe. The business was a letterpress and lithographic printer, and manufacturer of paper and cardboard products. By 1974, it was the largest manufacturer of packaging products. The business was…
View More Zambia Philately: Monterey Printing & Packaging Ltd