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S$28.00
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Trees
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The four
trees depicted in the stamps, kayu manis, sea hibiscus,
petai and sea almond, are commonly found in Singapore.
Each tree bears its own significant characteristics and usage.
Weight : 30gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$28.00
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World Trade Organization
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The World
Trade Organization (WTO) Inaugural Ministerial Conference was hosted
in Singapore in 1996 and attended by trade ministers from all member
countries. This historical event is commemorated on this stamp issue
for posterity.
Weight : 28gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$28.00
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XXVIth Olympiad 1996, Atlanta
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This set
of stamps commemorates the centenary of modern Olympics held in Atlanta
in 1996. The stamps depict popular Olympic sports in Singapore - Board
and Dinghy Sailing, Football, Tennis, Pole Vault, Athletics,
Diving and Swimming.
Weight : 24gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$25.00
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30th Anniversary Of ASEAN
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1997 marked
the 30th anniversary of ASEAN. In the course of its thirty-year history,
ASEAN has accomplished much in its co-operative endeavours in various
fields and has grown in its international reputation as a regional
organisation.
Weight : 41gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$25.00
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Public Housing Upgrading
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The Housing
and Development Board (HDB) was established in February 1960 to develop
public housing and improve the quality of living environment for its
residents. This stampfolio illustrates the improvements made to public
housing, such as covered linkways, children's playgrounds, landscaped
gardens and additional balcony space for flats.
Weight : 25gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$25.00
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Protect Our Environment
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The four
stamps in this issue show the areas in which the government has gained
success in its attempt to protect the environment.
Weight : 22gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$25.00
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Traditional Games
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This series of stamps
captures four of the more commonly played kampong games in Singapore
which have been passed down from generation to generation. These traditional
games that are still being played today are chaptek (the shuttlecock),
goli (marbles), gasing (top) and batu serembat
(five stones).
Weight : 51gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$45.00 |
Land Transportation-High Definitive Value
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This series captures
Singapore's present modes of land transportation - the modern fleet
of taxis and buses, the technologically-advanced Mass Rapid Transit
(MRT) and Light Rapid Transit (LRT).
Weight : 29gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$22.00
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Songbirds
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Bird watching
in Singapore is a fun and educational activity. This series of stamps
illustrates the Lesser Green Leafbird, Magpie Robin,
Straw-headed Bulbul and the Yellow-bellied Prinia, some
of the more popular birds found in Singapore and around the region.
Weight : 37gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$22.00
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Historical Buildings
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Since its
inception in 1942, the Preservation of Monuments Board has gazetted
34 buildings as national monuments. This set of stamps captures four
historical buildings, Parliament House, Sun Yat Sen Nanyang
Memorial Hall, CHIJMES and Hill Street Building,
each with its own history.
Weight : 22gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$22.00 |
Fragile Forest
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Mankind
has done much harm to the rainforests, threatening the habitat of
millions of species of plants and animals. This stamp issue depicts
some of the interesting animal species that can be found in the rainforest.
Weight : 39gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$22.00
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The Singapore Story
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This collectible
set perpetuates the Singapore Story. It narrates the significant chapters
in Singapore's history, from the early turbulent years to self-government
in 1959 to merger with Malaysia to nationhood in 1965.
Weight : 32gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13c |
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S$22.00 |
Festivals: Celebrations of Our Heritage
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This stampfolio
depicts the colourful festivals of the multi-racial communities in
Singapore. There is Hari Raya Puasa, observed by the Muslims,
Chinese New Year, widely celebrated by the Chinese communities,
Christmas, when Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ,
and Deepavali, the Festival of Lights, an auspicious occasion
for the Hindus. This stamp series also commemorates the unity and
harmony that has evolved over the years and is symbolic of the spirit
of mutual acceptance.
Weight : 22gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$22.00 |
Flowers : The Colours of Nature
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A garden in full bloom,
this stamp series features the striking hanging Heliconia,
cabbage-like Yellow Simpoh, tropical Seven Candlesticks
and other beautiful blooms.
Weight : 24gm
Dimension : 23.9cm by 12.9cm |
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S$20.00 |
Local Historical Figure : President Yusof Bin
Ishak
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Mr Yusof bin Ishak
became the first local to be appointed Yang-di-Pertuan Negara (Head
of State) in 1959 when Singapore achieved self-government. In 1965,
Singapore became a republic and the Presidency was established. Parliament
elected Mr Yusof as the First President for a term of four years.
His last official function was the opening of a horticultural show
in Oct 1970, a month before he passed away while in office.
Weight : 26gm
Dimension : 24cm by 12.5cm |
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S$30.00 |
Millennium
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This collectible set
consists of the last issue of stamps for the 20th century that charts
the nation's turning points and its outstanding achievements in the
past 100 years, and the first issue of stamps for 2000 that reflects
the opportunities and challenges for Singapore in the new millennium.
Weight : 44gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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S$15.00 |
Postal Landmarks
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The Postal
Landmarks stamp issue features significant postal buildings over the
centuries from the first Post Office at the bank of the Singapore
River to the modern mail processing centre at Singapore Post Centre.
This set of four stamps also features datestamps reflecting the respective
periods of the postal buildings.
Weight : 44gm
Dimension : 24cm by 13cm |
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