Stamp duty stamp usage, first used in Western Samoa in 1914 after New Zealand occupied it, continued up until five years ago when revenue collection was shifted from the Ministry of Finance to the Ministry of Natural Resources (which uses a hand stamp denoting the duties paid). I am now able to offer, for the first on the market, two offerings of modern stamps used for this purpose.
Other highlights this month include:
Australia Margins on cover
Trinidad inverted overprint- three sheets known to me
PNG Stationery for the Christmas Season 2014. 100 of each were printed at the K1.30 and the K6.00 rate. Per pair- $35 mint $45 used.
It is my understanding that 80% of the Vanuatu Archives were destroyed in the recent typhoon. Typically, this would include artists proofs, color trials etc. Sad news to hear.
Please enjoy, critique, and comment as always, I enjoy it.
