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Postal Use of the New Zealand Boer War Stamp

Postal Use of the New Zealand Boer War Stamp

Introduction

This issue was specifically issued for posting newspapers from New Zealand to South Africa, at the time of the Boer War. There are no recorded examples of the use of this stamp on a newspaper. Anyone aware of an example of this use, please contact me!

Exhibition Results

Singpex 2019: 88 Points, Large Vermeil

SAVPEX 2018 Virtual One Frame Philatelic Exhibition; 83 Points

Adelaide Stampex 2017: 93 Points, Large Gold, Best in show One Frame Exhibit

Exhibit

Civilian Internee Mail, Japanese Occupation of the Far East 1942 – 45

Civilian Internee Mail, Japanese Occupation of the Far East 1942 – 45

Introduction

This is my most recent WWII exhibit, which has been built up from 3 frames, to 4 then 5,  most recently at the 2020 Canberra Stamp Show.

Awards

Canberra Stamp Show, 2020: 5 Frames, 91 Points, Large Gold

The Armistice Stamp Show Dunedin, 2018: 4 Frames, 84 marks, Large Vermeil

The Capital Stamp Show, 2015: 3 Frames, 74 marks, Large Silver

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Maoritanga

Maoritanga

Introduction

This has been my first effort in putting together an Open Class Exhibit. I must acknowledge the help that I have received with this from Jenny Banfield in particular. It has been her passion for the Open Class which has helped me with the development of this exhibit to the level it has reached.

Results

Sydney Stamp & Coin Expo 2019: 91 Points, Large Gold

Canberra Stamp Show 2016: 88 Points, Gold (Best Exhibit in Open Class)

Australia 2013 FIP: 81 Points, Vermeil

Blenpex 2012: 90 Points, Large Gold

PSWA 2012 Centennial Exhibition (Claremont): 81 Points, Large Vermeil

Christchurch Centennial Stamp & Postcard Exhibition 2012: Gold

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