12 Dec 2012

The «Kilometre Zero» Monument in Chişinău


INTRODUCTION

On 12 December 2012, the Post Office of Moldova (Poșta Moldovei) issued a postage stamp with the title The «Kilometre Zero» Monument in Chişinău. The issue comprises one stamp and a cancellation (postmark), but no official first day cover (FDC) was issued. The designer was Vitalie Leca. The printing was performed by Nova Imprim, Chişinău.

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POSTAGE STAMPS


The «Kilometre Zero» Monument in Chişinău
№ 819 | The «Kilometre Zero» Monument in Chişinău

The «Kilometre Zero» Monument in Chişinău

  • Michel Catalogue No: 819
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14.50:14
  • Size: 27.50 x 23.00 mm
  • Face Value: 1.75 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 500,000

1 Dec 2012

Christmas 2012


INTRODUCTION

On 1 December 2012, the Post Office of Moldova (Poșta Moldovei) issued a series of postage stamps with the title Christmas 2012. The issue comprises two stamps, with associated cancellation (postmark) and first day cover (FDC). The designer was Alexandru Kornienco. The printing was performed by Nova Imprim, Chişinău.

ABOUT THE THEME

Christmas (Old English: Crīstesmæsse, meaning 'Christ's Mass') is an annual commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ and a widely observed cultural holiday, celebrated generally on December 25 by millions of people around the world. A feast central to the Christian liturgical year, it closes the Advent season and initiates the twelve days of Christmastide, which ends after the twelfth night. Christmas is a civil holiday in many of the world's nations, is celebrated by an increasing number of non-Christians, and is an integral part of the Christmas and holiday season. Read more..
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Nativity (1903). National Museum of Archaeology and History of Moldova
№ 817 | Nativity (1903). National Museum of Archaeology and History of Moldova

Nativity (1903). National Museum of Archaeology and History of Moldova

  • Michel Catalogue No: 817
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb Syncopated 13
  • Size: 34.00 x 34.00 mm
  • Face Value: 1.75 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 200,000

Nativity (XIX cent). National Museum of Archaeology and History of Moldova
№ 818 | Nativity (XIX cent). National Museum of Archaeology and History of Moldova

Nativity (XIX cent). National Museum of Archaeology and History of Moldova

  • Michel Catalogue No: 818
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb Syncopated 13
  • Size: 34.00 x 34.00 mm
  • Face Value: 5.4 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 67,000

FIRST DAY COVERS (FDC) AND CANCELLATIONS (POSTMARKS)


Cachet: Nativity (XIX cent). National Museum of Archaeology and History of Moldova
№ 817-818 FDC | Nativity (XIX cent). National Museum of Archaeology and History of Moldova

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21 Sept 2012

Natural Monuments of Moldova


INTRODUCTION

On 21 September 2012, the Post Office of Moldova (Poșta Moldovei) issued a series of postage stamps with the title Natural Monuments of Moldova. The issue comprises three stamps, with associated cancellation (postmark) and first day cover (FDC). The designer was Alexandru Kornienco. The printing was performed by Nova Imprim, Chişinău.

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POSTAGE STAMPS


«Cheile Buteşti» Canyon
№ 814 | «Cheile Buteşti» Canyon

«Cheile Buteşti» Canyon

  • Michel Catalogue No: 814
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 1.2 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 100,000

«Suta de Movile» Preserved Landscape
№ 815 | «Suta de Movile» Preserved Landscape

«Suta de Movile» Preserved Landscape

  • Michel Catalogue No: 815
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 4.2 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 100,000

«Emil Racoviţă» Caves
№ 816 | «Emil Racoviţă» Caves

«Emil Racoviţă» Caves

  • Michel Catalogue No: 816
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 7 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 50,000

FIRST DAY COVERS (FDC) AND CANCELLATIONS (POSTMARKS)


Cachet: Photos of the «Cheile Buteşti» Canyon
№ 814 FDC | Photos of the «Cheile Buteşti» Canyon

Cachet: Photos of the «Suta de Movile» Preserved Landscape
№ 815 FDC | Photos of the «Suta de Movile» Preserved Landscape

Cachet: Photos of the «Emil Racoviţă» Caves
№ 816 FDC | Photos of the «Emil Racoviţă» Caves

7 Sept 2012

Maria Bieşu - In Memoriam


INTRODUCTION

On 7 September 2012, the Post Office of Moldova (Poșta Moldovei) issued a postage stamp with the title Maria Bieşu - In Memoriam. The issue comprises one stamp, with an associated cancellation (postmark) and first day cover (FDC). The designer was Elena Karacenţev. The printing was performed by Nova Imprim, Chişinău.

ABOUT THE THEME

Maria Bieșu (August 3, 1935 – May 16, 2012) was a Moldovan opera singer. Debuting in 1961, she eventually went on to become the chief vocalist of the National Opera and Ballet Theatre of Moldova. Her artistic excellence brought her international recognition and invitations to sing in other countries, including Italy, where she performed at the Milan Opera from 1965 to 1967. Read more..
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Maria Bieşu (1935-2012). Opera Singer
№ 813 | Maria Bieşu (1935-2012). Opera Singer

Maria Bieşu (1935-2012). Opera Singer

  • Michel Catalogue No: 813
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 1.2 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 100,000

FIRST DAY COVERS (FDC) AND CANCELLATIONS (POSTMARKS)


Cachet: Maria Bieşu (1935-2012). Opera Singer
№ 813 FDC | Maria Bieşu (1935-2012). Opera Singer

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27 Aug 2012

Eminent Persons


INTRODUCTION

On 27 August 2012, the Post Office of Moldova (Poșta Moldovei) issued a series of postage stamps with the title Eminent Persons. The issue comprises four stamps, with associated cancellation (postmark) and first day cover (FDC). The designer was Elena Karacenţev. The printing was performed by Nova Imprim, Chişinău.

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Eugeniu Ureche (1917-2005). Actor and Opera Singer
№ 809 | Eugeniu Ureche (1917-2005). Actor and Opera Singer

Eugeniu Ureche (1917-2005). Actor and Opera Singer

  • Michel Catalogue No: 809
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 0.85 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 100,000

Spiridon Mocanu (1932-2007). Dancer
№ 810 | Spiridon Mocanu (1932-2007). Dancer

Spiridon Mocanu (1932-2007). Dancer

  • Michel Catalogue No: 810
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 1.2 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 100,000

George Emil Palade (1912-2008). Romanian Biologist
№ 811 | George Emil Palade (1912-2008). Romanian Biologist

George Emil Palade (1912-2008). Romanian Biologist

  • Michel Catalogue No: 811
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 4.5 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 50,000
George Emil Palade (Romanian: [ˈd͡ʒe̯ord͡ʒe eˈmil paˈlade]; November 19, 1912 – October 8, 2008) was a Romanian cell biologist. He was described as 'the most influential cell biologist ever', in 1974 he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine, together with Albert Claude and Christian de Duve. The prize was granted for his innovations in electron microscopy and cell fractionation which together laid the foundations of modern molecular cell biology., the most notable discovery being the ribosomes of the endoplasmic reticulum – which he first described in 1955. Read more..
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Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1778). Philosopher and Writer
№ 812 | Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1778). Philosopher and Writer

Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1778). Philosopher and Writer

  • Michel Catalogue No: 812
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 8.5 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 50,000
Jean-Jacques Rousseau (French: [ʒɑ̃ʒak ʁuso]; 28 June 1712 – 2 July 1778) was a Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer of the 18th century. His political philosophy influenced the French Revolution as well as the overall development of modern political, sociological, and educational thought. He argued that private property was the start of civilization, inequality, murders and wars. Read more..
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FIRST DAY COVERS (FDC) AND CANCELLATIONS (POSTMARKS)


Cachet: Allegory of the Arts and Sciences
№ 809-812 FDC | Allegory of the Arts and Sciences

10 Aug 2012

Roses


INTRODUCTION

On 10 August 2012, the Post Office of Moldova (Poșta Moldovei) issued a series of postage stamps with the title Roses. The issue comprises four stamps, with associated cancellation (postmark) and first day cover (FDC). The designer was Vitalie Roşca. The printing was performed by Nova Imprim, Chişinău.

ABOUT THE THEME

A rose is a woody perennial of the genus Rosa, within the family Rosaceae. There are over 100 species. They form a group of plants that can be erect shrubs, climbing or trailing with stems that are often armed with sharp prickles. Flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through yellows and reds. Most species are native to Asia, with smaller numbers native to Europe, North America, and northwest Africa. Species, cultivars and hybrids are all widely grown for their beauty and often are fragrant. Rose plants range in size from compact, miniature roses, to climbers that can reach 7 meters in height. Different species hybridize easily, and this has been used in the development of the wide range of garden roses. Read more..
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POSTAGE STAMPS


Mildred Scheel Rose
№ 805 | Mildred Scheel Rose

Mildred Scheel Rose

  • Michel Catalogue No: 805
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb Syncopated 13
  • Size: 34.00 x 34.00 mm
  • Face Value: 0.85 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 220,000
Mildred Scheel (31 December 1932 in Cologne as Mildred Wirtz – 13 May 1985 in Cologne) was a German physician, the second wife of the German President of the Federal Republic Walter Scheel and the founder of the German Cancer Aid. Read more..
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Freisia Rose
№ 806 | Freisia Rose

Freisia Rose

  • Michel Catalogue No: 806
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb Syncopated 13
  • Size: 34.00 x 34.00 mm
  • Face Value: 1.2 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 220,000

Priscilla Rose
№ 807 | Priscilla Rose

Priscilla Rose

  • Michel Catalogue No: 807
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb Syncopated 13
  • Size: 34.00 x 34.00 mm
  • Face Value: 3 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 110,000

Caribia Rose
№ 808 | Caribia Rose

Caribia Rose

  • Michel Catalogue No: 808
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb Syncopated 13
  • Size: 34.00 x 34.00 mm
  • Face Value: 4.2 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 110,000

FIRST DAY COVERS (FDC) AND CANCELLATIONS (POSTMARKS)


Cachet: Roses
№ 805-808 FDC | Roses

21 Jul 2012

Olympic Games - London


INTRODUCTION

On 21 July 2012, the Post Office of Moldova (Poșta Moldovei) issued a series of postage stamps with the title Olympic Games - London. The issue comprises two stamps, with associated cancellation (postmark) and first day cover (FDC). The designer was Vitaliu Pogolşa. The printing was performed by Nova Imprim, Chişinău.

ABOUT THE THEME

The 2012 Summer Olympics, officially the Games of the XXX Olympiad and commonly known as London 2012, was a major international multi-sport event celebrated in the tradition of the Olympic Games, as governed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). It took place in London, United Kingdom and a lesser extent across the country from 25 July to 12 August 2012. The first event, the group stage in women's football began on 25 July at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff. More than 10,000 athletes from 204 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) participated. It was officially started however on Friday 27 July 2012 at 0:00. Read more..
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Wrestling
№ 803 | Wrestling

Wrestling

  • Michel Catalogue No: 803
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 4.5 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 50,000
Wrestling at the 2012 Summer Olympics was held between 5 and 12 August, the final day of the Games, at ExCeL London. It was split into two disciplines, Freestyle and Greco-Roman which were further divided into different weight categories. Men competed in both disciplines whereas women only took part in the freestyle events, with 18 gold medals awarded. Wrestling has been contested at every modern Summer Olympic Games, except Paris 1900. Read more..
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Cycling
№ 804 | Cycling

Cycling

  • Michel Catalogue No: 804
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 5.4 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 50,000
The cycling competitions at the 2012 Olympic Games in London took place at five venues between 28 July and 12 August. The venues were the London Velopark for track cycling and BMX, and Hadleigh Farm, in Essex, for mountain biking. The road races took place over a course starting and ending in The Mall in central London and heading out into Surrey, while the time trials started and finished at Hampton Court Palace in Richmond upon Thames. Eighteen events were contested and around 500 athletes participated. Read more..
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Cachet: Emblem of the Games and the Tower Bridge in London
№ 803-804 FDC | Emblem of the Games and the Tower Bridge in London

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21 Jun 2012

Breeds of Pigeon


INTRODUCTION

On 21 June 2012, the Post Office of Moldova (Poșta Moldovei) issued a series of postage stamps with the title Breeds of Pigeon. The issue comprises four stamps, with associated cancellation (postmark) and first day cover (FDC). The designer was Nicolae Luca. The printing was performed by Nova Imprim, Chişinău.

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POSTAGE STAMPS


Chișinău Player
№ 799 | Chișinău Player

Chișinău Player

  • Michel Catalogue No: 799
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 0.85 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 200,000

Bălți Player
№ 800 | Bălți Player

Bălți Player

  • Michel Catalogue No: 800
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 1.2 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 200,000

Bessarabian Player
№ 801 | Bessarabian Player

Bessarabian Player

  • Michel Catalogue No: 801
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 3 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 50,000

Chișinău Roller
№ 802 | Chișinău Roller

Chișinău Roller

  • Michel Catalogue No: 802
  • Perforation Type/Size: Comb 14:14.50
  • Size: 46.00 x 27.50 mm
  • Face Value: 4.2 Lei
  • Quantity Printed: 50,000

FIRST DAY COVERS (FDC) AND CANCELLATIONS (POSTMARKS)


Cachet: Pidgeon Coop
№ 799-802 FDC | Pidgeon Coop