Tuesday, August 22, 2006

Post Office Issues Bird Stamp Series

WILLEMSTAD--Nieuwe Post Nederlandse Antillen N.V. has issued a special twelve-stamp series dedicated to birds. Designer Ans Mezas-Hummelink gives a close-up view of these beautiful, brightly colored creatures by placing them on a white background. 

The new stamp series includes stamps from 5 cents to 100 cents.  Additional information on the individual types of stamps is available at The Daily Herald web site.

The stamp issue, first day cover and all pertaining philatelic items are available at all Post Offices of the Netherlands Antilles. (Source:  The Daily Herald)