Cool Timeline
Potatoes are always in demand!
Strangely, during the Second World War, on the remote islands of Tristan da Cunha – a British Overseas Territory and dependency of St. Helena – the islanders actually used the humble potato as a form of currency!
Best Wishes
The management and staff at PostBeeld would like to thank all customers and visitors to our various websites during 2015. We extend festive greetings and hope that 2016 is a happy and healthy year for you all.
Topical Picture Postcards
In the past there have been many nice postcards printed featuring philately as a subject. Here are some from PostBeeld’s own collection, many of which feature scenes from the Paris stamp market, which has existed since the 1860s. The market is still open three days per week. Have you seen,…Read More
The History of Stamp Collecting Part 9 – Frederick W. Booty
In the late 1970s a fascinating series of articles written by Mr. K. Kouwenberg about the history of Stamp Collecting, appeared in the Dutch magazine Philatelie. This series has been the source of inspiration for PostBeeld owner Rob Smit to rewrite the history of stamp collecting in instalments. This is…Read More
New Stamps (11)
New stamps appear regularly with a variety of subjects. Below is a selection of recently-published stamps from around the globe.
The History of Stamp Collecting Part 8 – Henry Justin Lallier
In the late 1970s a fascinating series of articles written by Mr. K. Kouwenberg about the history of Stamp Collecting, appeared in the Dutch magazine Philatelie. This series has been the source of inspiration for PostBeeld owner Rob Smit to rewrite the history of stamp collecting in instalments. This is…Read More
The History of Stamp Collecting Part 7 – Natalis Rondot
In the late 1970s a fascinating series of articles written by Mr. K. Kouwenberg about the history of Stamp Collecting, appeared in the Dutch magazine Philatelie. This series has been the source of inspiration for PostBeeld owner Rob Smit to rewrite the history of stamp collecting in instalments. This is…Read More
Best Penny Black 150th Commemoratives – Part 2
This year was the 175th anniversary of the first issue by Breat Britain of the now-famous Penny Black postage stamp. This is the second part of an article previously published that looks back to 1990, the 150th annniversary, and some stamps issued that year in commemoration.
You’re Joking (Part 2)
It’s often said that it is good for your health to laugh. This article is dedicated to some of the most popular comedy talents that have entertained and amused people worldwide AND have been depicted on postage stamps.
The History of Stamp Collecting Part 6 – Edard de Laplante
In the late 1970s a fascinating series of articles written by Mr. K. Kouwenberg about the history of Stamp Collecting, appeared in the Dutch magazine Philatelie. This series has been the source of inspiration for PostBeeld owner Rob Smit to rewrite the history of stamp collecting in instalments. This is…Read More
