Österreichischer Sammlerverein der Liechtensteinischen Philatelie
This month, I’m presenting a particularly beautiful postal item from Liechtenstein – at least in my eyes – submitted by Clemens: a registered postal stationery card from Nendeln to Gamprin-Bendern, sent on September 7, 1978. At first glance, the piece impresses with its vibrant colors and exceptionally clean postmarks. But it also has plenty to Read More …
After the Swiss Post issued Thermoink stamps about a year ago as a tribute to the Swiss abroad, another stamp with a special reference to swiss traditions is now being released – featuring an extraordinary technical production process. Just in time for the triennial Federal Wrestling and Alpine Festival (ESAF) 2025, taking place from August Read More …
Anyone who has experienced the Fürstensteig knows: this scenery is unforgettable. The new stamps beautifully capture that very atmosphere – the rugged cliffs, the sweeping panorama, and the mystical torchlight procession on Liechtenstein’s national holiday. And now, you can even piece it together! The puzzle featuring the four motifs “Sunset”, “Torchlight Procession”, “Sea of Fog” Read More …
Below I present the new stamps that will be issued by Liechtensteinische Post in June 2025. In addition to an introduction to the stamps and the occasions on which they will be issued, you will also find further interesting details on the themes of the individual stamps. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of philately Read More …
Philatelia Munich – Touchscreen, hustle and bustle & team spirit There was a lot going on in Munich! We had our new touchscreen with us for the first time and used it to present our three clubs – the screen not only flashed and lit up, but also provided plenty to talk about. It went Read More …
The Apollo butterfly, one of Europe’s most beautiful day-flying butterflies, is not only biologically fascinating but also highly endangered. In a personal retrospective, the author shares his breeding and observation experiences in Liechtenstein and issues a strong warning about the loss of valuable habitats – despite international species protection. Modern agriculture and habitat destruction continue Read More …
When it comes to stamps from Liechtenstein, one particular item stands out: the so-called Rheinberger Block from 1938. It features the portrait of composer Josef Gabriel Rheinberger – but why? Neither his birth nor death was commemorated that year. There is no official explanation as to why he was chosen as the motif for the Read More …
The featured item for May is a maximum card from 1995, bearing a stamp depicting the painting “Rhein bei Balzers.” The stamp is part of a series dedicated to the artistic work of Anton Frommelt – a man who was not only active as a priest, politician, and artist, but also played an important role Read More …
With Josephine Baker, Monaco’s philately honors not only a great entertainer but also an extraordinary personality of the 20th century who passed away 50 years ago. The artist, born in the USA, became a star in Paris during the 1920s. Her performance in the legendary banana skirt made her famous – but behind the dazzling Read More …
Perhaps inspired by the 2022 Europa series, which focused on legends and myths from participating European countries, the United Kingdom issued a stamp series on the same theme on March 27, 2025. Eight designs each tell a mythological story from the country. Since presenting each legend in detail would go beyond the scope of this Read More …