Philately Collection (#10)

Soviet money: bills of 3, 5, 25, 100 and 200 rubles. Coin

Duro minted in 1808. Coin. SPAIN. Madrid. Army Museum

Spanish real with portrait of Philip IV, minted in Barcelona (1631). Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. Numismatic Cabinet of Catalonia

Spain. Coin of the Second Republic (1933). Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. Numismatic Cabinet of Catalonia

Coin with portrait of Pyrrhus. Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. Numismatic Cabinet of Catalonia

Castilian real de a 4 coin of the period of
" Castilian " real de a 4" coin of the period of the Catholic Monarchs (Sevilla). Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. Numismatic Cabinet of Catalonia."

Dupondius. Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. Numismatic Cabinet of Catalonia

Coin decorated with the wolf from Sienas Republic, 1507. Coin

Thaler, silver coin with portrait of Friedrich Wilhelm III of Prussia (Berlin, 1828).. Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. Numismatic Cabinet of Catalonia

Spanish real de a 2 coin (Sevilla, 1704). Coin
" Spanish " real de a 2" coin (Sevilla, 1704). Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. Numismatic Cabinet of Catalonia."

Hispanic-Visigothic triens of Sisenand of the mint of Eliberri (Granada). Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. Numismatic Cabinet of Catalonia

Ducat with the image of Philip V (1703). Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. National Art Museum of Catalonia

Potos�ith the image of Charles III. Coin minted
Potos� ith the image of Charles III. Coin minted in Peru. Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. National Art Museum of Catalonia

The Queen with her stamp collection
At the window of a room in Buckingham Palace, The Queen, when Princess Elizabeth, with her stamp collection, in 1946, aged 20. Like her father and grandfather, she too had an interest in philately

Soviet Sputnik 4 stamp, 1960
Soviet Sputnik 4 stamp commemorating the launch of the Soviet spacecraft Sputnik 4 on 15 May 1960. Sputnik 4 was a test-flight of the Vostok spacecraft, which launched the following year

First space mail. On November 21st 1987, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the first Sputnik launch, the Soviet Unions agency for space affairs (Glavcosmos)

Yuri Gagarin postage stamp
Gagarin postage stamp. Russian postage stamp issued in 1976 to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the flight of Yuri Alekseevich Gagarin, the first man in space

Konstantin Tsiolkovsky on a Soviet stamp
Konstantin Eduardovich Tsiolkovsky (1857-1935), Soviet rocket pioneer, commemorated on a Soviet stamp for his 100th birthday (1957)

Luna 2 commemmorative stamp. Soviet postage stamp dedicated to the Luna 2 unmanned space probe, launched on 12 September 1959

Luna 1 commemmorative stamp. Soviet postage stamp dedicated to the Luna 1 unmanned probe, launched on 2 January 1959 (date at upper right)

Selection of French Stamps

The Stamp Galop features stamps from Western Australia and Bavaria, India, the Papal States and more - evidence of the passion for philately in the Victorian home

Washington / Polish Stamp
Polish stamps issued to commemorate the bicentenary of the Polish patriots Kosciusko and Pulaski, who fought with George Washington in the American War of Independence

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Philately, the art of collecting and studying stamps, takes us on a journey through history and culture. From Arabian-Byzantine coins to French philately manuals, this hobby allows us to explore the world in miniature. In Paris, the stamp market buzzes with excitement as collectors search for rare treasures. Among them is a stamp card produced by Ottmar Zeihar from Iran (Persia), showcasing the rich heritage of this ancient land. Another gem is a stamp card from Barbados, also crafted by Zeihar, capturing the vibrant spirit of this Caribbean paradise. As we delve deeper into our collection, we come across fascinating currency notes that tell their own stories. A 100 drachmas bill from Greece reminds us of its glorious past while a 50 cents note issued during Spain's Civil War transports us to an era filled with turmoil and strife. The Second Spanish Republic reveals itself through the reverse side of a 50 cents coin - an emblematic symbol representing hope and change during challenging times. Meanwhile, a 500 pesetas bill serves as a reminder of Spain's resilience amidst adversity. But it's not just about money; stamps themselves hold historical significance too. A Philatelist at Work diligently examines each piece under magnifying glasses - uncovering hidden details that reveal tales untold. Among these discoveries lies a unique 5 cents note issued during Spain's Civil War - its delicate design reflecting both strength and fragility simultaneously. And let's not forget the intriguing 5 pesetas bill issued by the Generalitat of Catalunya - proof that even regions within nations have their own distinct identities worth celebrating. Through philately, we connect with diverse cultures and witness moments frozen in time, and is more than just collecting; it is an exploration into humanity’s shared heritage – one stamp at a time.