New Zealand: Chinese New Year - "Year of the Sheep"

 

Stamps:

Chinese New Year - "Year of the Sheep" (s/s) - Issued: 05-02-2003

Scenic Definitives (from a set of 6) - Issued: 01-07-2009

Many thanks to Pieter!

Brazil: The 200th Anniversary of German Immigration

Beginning in 1824, German settlers established communities in Brazil, particularly in Rio Grande do Sul, leaving a lasting impact on cities like Blumenau and Joinville. This anniversary honors the rich German heritage that has become an integral part of Brazil's diverse cultural landscape, highlighting the successful blending of traditions that continues to shape the nation today. Thus both countries issued a stamp commemorating this event. 

Stamp:

The 200th Anniversary of German Immigration - Issued: 24-05-2024

Many thanks to Damiao!

 

Unfortunately, I don't have the German stamp (Issued: 06-06-2024) on cover, but it looks like this:

Furthermore, from June 27 to June 29, a Germany-Brazil Bilateral stamp Exhibition was held in Haldensleben, Germany. The Special Cover below (besides others), with special postmark and personalized stamp was issued during this event.

Canada: Total Solar Eclipse - April 8th 2024

On April 8, 2024, a spectacular and rare celestial event unfolded over Canada, the United States and Mexico – a total solar eclipse. As the Moon aligned perfectly between Earth and the Sun, temporary darkness swept across parts of these countries, captivating countless spectators. One of the most stunning locations to witness this rare event was the Niagara Falls. Thanks to Linda for sending me a cover from there on the exact date!

Stamps:

Total Solar Eclipse - Issued: 14-03-2024

Christmas (from a set of 3) - Issued: 04-11-2019

From Far and Wide "Herschel Island-Qikiqtaruk Territorial Park, Yukon" (from a set of 9) - Issued: 13-01-2020

I recently received another Cover with this particular stamp on it. Many thanks to Inger!

Stamps:

3x Total Solar Eclipse - Issued: 14-03-2024

 

Cyprus: EUROPA 2022 - "Stories & Myths”

Stamps:

EUROPA 2022 - "Stories & Myths” (full set) - Issued: 06-05-2022

Refugee Fund Tax Stamp 2023

Germany: RV "Elisabeth Mann Borgese"

The Elisabeth Mann Borgese is a German research vessel named after the renowned marine law expert and environmentalist Elisabeth Mann Borgese. Operated by the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research, this ship is primarily used for scientific exploration of the Baltic Sea. Equipped with advanced technology, it supports research in marine biology, chemistry, and geology, contributing significantly to our understanding of marine ecosystems. Launched in 2012, the vessel plays a crucial role in environmental monitoring and the sustainable management of marine resources.

To note on this cover a stamp commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Elisabeth Mann Borgese issued in 2018 (3,70 € face value) was used. On the left you can also see on the bottom the current ship postmark and a postmark of the managing company Briese Schiffahrts GmbH & Co. KG Research.

Stamp:

The 100th Anniversary of Elisabeth Mann Borgese - Issued: 12-04-2018

 

Picture of the Ship:

Source: https://briese-research.de/research-department/research-vessels/rv-elisabeth-mann-borgese

 

Indonesia: Musicians of Indonesia

 

Stamps:

Musicians of Indonesia (from a set of 8) - Issued: 17-08-2020

Many thanks to Irene!

China: China Shipbuilding Industry (Part II)

Stamps:

China Shipbuilding Industry (Part II) (full set) - Issued: 23-04-2024

Sincerity - Issued: 20-08-2014

 

Many thanks to Xu Wei!

Liechtenstein: EUROPA 2024 - "Underwater Flora and Fauna"

Stamps:

EUROPA 2024 - "Underwater Flora and Fauna" (full set) - Issued: 03-06-2024 (on official First-Day-Cover)

Serbia: EUROPA 2024 - "Underwater Flora and Fauna"

 

Stamps:

EUROPA 2024 - "Underwater Flora and Fauna" (full set) - Issued: 08-05-2024

Many thanls to Jelena!

Belgium: "The Olympic Dream" - Olympic Summer Games Paris 2024

Team Belgium has a total of 170 athletes for Paris 2024, including 84 women and 86 men and 10 reserves including 5 women and 5 men. In 21 sports Team Belgium will be represented. Team Belgium is traveling to the Olympics with the largest delegation of athletes since 1928 (Amsterdam). 

Stamp:

"The Olympic Dream" - Olympic Summer Games Paris 2024 - Issued: 10-06-2024

Many thanks to Wesley!

South Korea: The 100th Anniversary of the The Chungsuk Academic Foundation

The Chungsuk Academic Foundation is the parent foundation of the Cheongju university. The Cheongseok Academic Foundation’s beginning can be traced to 1924, when Daeseong Primary School was founded with the mindset of saving the country, which was under Japanese rule, through education. Today, it has become a landmark of education, made up of seven schools ranging from elementary schools to universities. The Cheongseok Academic Foundation has raised 140,000 talented individuals to this day, and is currently aiding 20,000 students in their pursuit of knowledge in its capacity as a national private school of tradition. The stamps on the first day covers below are commemorating the 100th Anniversary.

 

Stamp:

The 100th Anniversary of the The Chungsuk Academic Foundation - Issued: 12-04-2024

Stamp:

The 100th Anniversary of the The Chungsuk Academic Foundation - Issued: 12-04-2024

Many thankt to Park Pyo Jun and Choonjong Park!

 

 

 

 

Switzerland: Olympic Summer Games Paris 2024

Swiss Olympic has selected 120 athletes to represent Switzerland in Paris. By the way Paris is hosting the Olympic Games for the third time. In 1900, women were finally permitted to take part, but only 22 did. By 1924, women made up 4 percent of the athletes. A century on, and there will be just as many female as male athletes competing this year.

 

Stamps:

Olympic Summer Games Paris 2024 - Issued: 02-05-2024

Alinghi - Winner of the America's Cup - Issued: 07-03-2003

Many thanks to Hansjürg!

Greenland: EUROPA 2023 - "Peace - the highest value of humanity"

 

Stamps:

EUROPA 2023 - "Peace - the highest value of humanity" (1 from a set of two) - Issued: 30-05-2023

Deserted Stations  - Issued: 15-05-2017

 

This Cover was cancelled in the City of Nuuk.