Thursday, July 12, 2007

Bahrain Traditional Jewelry - 1975


Stamp SetA commemorative set of 4 stamps depicting traditional Bahraini Jewelry. The values issued were: 30 Fils, 60 Fils, 120 Fils and 150 Fils.
Type of StampCommemorative
Web Cat.227
Stanley Cat.217
Scotts Cat.218
Michel Cat.226
CountryBahrain
Issue Date01-Apr-1975
Denomination30 Fils
ColourOlive & Multicoloured
Dimensions31.2 x 48.3
Perforation15 x 14 ¼
Quantity125000
Sheet Size25
DesignHarrison & Sons Ltd of London
DescriptionTraditional Jewelry - 1975
PrinterPrinted by Harrison & Sons Ltd of London using their security photogravure process. Two values were printed in seven colours and two values were printed in six colours. All four stamps were printed with gold and silver emboss.

Wednesday, July 11, 2007

The Royal Silver Wedding - 1948 (Bahrain)



Stamp SetThe set was issued to commemorate the Royal Silver Wedding. It comprises of 2 stamps with the following values: 2½ Annas and 15 Rupees
Type of StampCommemorative
Web Cat.60
Stanley Cat.62
Scotts Cat.63
Michel Cat.61
CountryBahrain
Issue Date26-Apr-1948
Denomination15 Rupees on 1 Pound
ColourBlue
WatermarkCrown and G VI R cypher (multiple)
Perforation14 x 15
Quantity21984 (Sold) - Cylinder 1.
Sheet Size20
DescriptionThe Royal Silver Wedding - 1948
PrinterPhotogravure by Harrison & Sons Ltd of London. The overprint was also done by Harrison & Sons Ltd.

India used in Bahrain – 1882-1890 Queen Victoria Issue



Stamp SetIndia used in Bahrain – 1882-1890 Queen Victoria Issue
Type of StampDefinitive
Web Cat.India - 91
CountryBahrain
Issue Date01-Jan-1883
Denomination2 Annas
ColourPale Blue
Perforation14

Monday, July 9, 2007

Bahamas Stamp collection