Philately Fridays: German Democratic Republic, 1973

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Set of six stamps showing the Russian fairy tale "By The Pike's Request."

Philately Fridays: Germany, 1974

Four right out of the German Democratic Republic circa 1974.

Philately Fridays: Canada, 1985

Canadians in space!

Philately Fridays: German Federal Republic, 1960

Here's the story of Rotkäppchen, better known as Little Red Riding Hood, as told through postage stamps. I love how much detail is achieved through such a stripped-down illustration style and limited color palette. More of these vintage fairy tale stamp series to come!

Philately Fridays: Japan, 1970, 71, 72

One stamp commemorating Expo '70 in Osaka:

And two celebrating the Japanese postal service:

Philately Fridays: Canada, 1982

Here's one from Canada, celebrating 100 years of the Salvation Army. Really digging the thin gold lines and warm color scheme here.

Philately Fridays: Two From Luxembourg

Here are two stamps from Luxembourg, a country whose postage I have yet to feature on this blog!

1968, the Source Kind Pavilion in the Southeastern town of Mondorf-Les-Bains. The pavilion is now home to an aviation museum.
Designed by Lex Weyer

1972, 3rd annual European archery competition
Also designed by Lex Weyer

Philately Fridays: Poland, 1983

Fantastic Polish stamp from the worldwide celebration of the Year of Telecommunication.

Philately Fridays: Colombia, 1968

Philately Fridays: Four from 1970's India

Four stamps showing India's strong sense of stylish, minimal graphic design. Thick lines all day.