Österreichischer Sammlerverein der Liechtensteinischen Philatelie
I, a Letter from Avignon: Sent in 1859 from the wine merchants J. E. Giraud Fils in Avignon to the perfumers Cavaillier Brothers in Grasse, this folded letter linked the trade in wine alcohol with the perfume industry of Provence. Stamped with Napoleon III’s 20-centime issue and sealed with red wax, it embodies the orderly Read More …
Chicory, often dismissed as a mere “street child,” reveals itself on closer inspection as a remarkably versatile plant. Its flowering follows a strict rhythm of light, and its pollinators are inconspicuous yet efficient. Since antiquity, it has shaped medicine, nutrition, and even the history of chicory coffee. At the same time, it carries a poetic Read More …
An unassuming envelope from 1943 shows how trade, propaganda, and control intertwined in the Nazi state. Fernet-Branca’s advertising eagle meets the Wehrmacht’s Reich eagle — a symbol of civic aspiration versus totalitarian surveillance. The sender’s address references Hans Schemm, a Nazi education ideologue and namesake of many streets and schools. Schemm was a key figure Read More …
Colonel Edward Howland Robinson Green (1868–1936) was a wealthy American philatelist known for his systematic collection of rare stamps, including the entire sheet of the “Inverted Jenny.” After his death, his collection was auctioned, and today, the name “ex Colonel Green” is synonymous with valuable collector’s items.
Today’s story is about fishermen and forgeries—more specifically, how Clemens discovered the world of fly fishing through philatelic forgeries. This tale not only highlights his unusual connection to philately but also presents a fascinating depiction of “flies” on postage stamps. A captivating read for those interested in fly fishing or unique stamp designs. Enjoy!
Today a story about the imperial and court advocate Dr Adolf Stein. Not only did he go down in history as the oldest active lawyer. He also acted as defence counsel for the Jewish shoemaker Leopold Hilsner. He spent almost 20 years behind bars for murder, but was innocent and the conviction was due to Read More …
Here, we share short stories revolving around various individual postal items. The PDF provides background information on the theme of the postal item, which could be addressed in an exhibit featuring the respective piece (be it thematic, open philately, or social philately). At times, you might wonder if the connections between the item and the Read More …
Here we tell little stories about various individual covers. The PDF contains background information on the topic of the cover, which could be the subject of an exhibit with the respective cover (whether it is thematic, open philately or social philately). Sometimes you will wonder whether the connections between cover and topic are not very Read More …
Here we tell little stories about various individual covers. The PDF contains background information on the topic of the cover, which could be the subject of an exhibit with the respective cover (whether it is thematic, open philately or social philately). Sometimes you will wonder whether the connections between cover and topic are not very Read More …
Here we tell little stories about various individual covers. The PDF contains background information on the topic of the cover, which could be the subject of an exhibit with the respective cover (whether it is thematic, open philately or social philately). Sometimes you will wonder whether the connections between cover and topic are not very Read More …