23 May 2008

150th Anniversary of the «Cap de Bour» Stamps of the Moldavian Principality


INTRODUCTION

On 23 May 2008, the Post Office of Moldova (Poșta Moldovei) issued a series of postage stamps with the title 150th Anniversary of the «Cap de Bour» Stamps of the Moldavian Principality. The issue comprises two stamps, with associated cancellation (postmark) and first day cover (FDC). The designer was Vitalie Roşca. The printing was performed by Tipografia Centrală, Chişinău.

ABOUT THE THEME

The Moldavian Bull's Heads (Romanian: capul de bour, lit. 'aurochs' head') are the first Romanian postage stamps, sold by Moldavia from July to October 1858. Released in four values, these stamps are renowned for their rarity. The second and third Romanian issues also feature the head of the aurochs, symbol of Moldavia—the former on its own and the latter, printed after the Union of the Principalities, alongside a representation of Wallachia. Read more..
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ISSUE DETAILS


POSTAGE STAMPS


Reproduction of the «ПОРТО СКРИСОРИ» 27 and 54 (para) Stamps of 1858
№ 613 | Reproduction of the «ПОРТО СКРИСОРИ» 27 and 54 (para) Stamps of 1858

Reproduction of the «ПОРТО СКРИСОРИ» 27 and 54 (para) Stamps of 1858

  • Michel Catalogue No: 613
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 1 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 114,000

Reproduction of the «ПОРТО СКРИСОРИ» 81 and 108 (para) Stamps of 1858
№ 614 | Reproduction of the «ПОРТО СКРИСОРИ» 81 and 108 (para) Stamps of 1858

Reproduction of the «ПОРТО СКРИСОРИ» 81 and 108 (para) Stamps of 1858

  • Michel Catalogue No: 614
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 3 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 114,000

FIRST DAY COVERS (FDC) AND CANCELLATIONS (POSTMARKS)


Cachet: Coat of Arms of the Principality of Moldavia
№ 613-614 FDC | Coat of Arms of the Principality of Moldavia

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140th Anniversary of the Moldavian «Cap de Bour» Stamps 19981998
140th Anniversary of the Moldavian «Cap de Bour» Stamps