A few weeks ago, a new book on the first Greek issue was released. It is titled A Different Classification of the Large Hermes Heads Stamps of Greece.
The author, Athanasios D. Spanos, is a collector with over 60 years of experience and expertise in early Greek stamps. To present the Large Hermes Heads in their various printings, he adopts a new, simplified approach based on flowcharts. He provides all the specialised knowledge necessary for anyone who wishes to engage earnestly with a stamp as attractive and challenging as the Large Hermes Heads.
The book provides a detailed presentation of the naming and characteristics of each stamp in question, the objective criteria for distinction and classification, and the differentiation of stamps across various issues based on these criteria and their face values. Additionally, it examines variations in the quality of image printing over time and the deterioration of the Control Figures in relation to their face values.
It is worth noting the presentation of a large number of stamps in various shades, which emphasise the significant role of colour in this stamp and serve as an informal colour catalogue. The book also attempts to objectively identify the colours on the Large Hermes Head stamps from all issues using digital technology.
Written in Greek only, the book comprises 718 pages, printed in A4 size (21 x 30 cm) with a hardcover binding, and includes over 3,000 high-resolution illustrations, suitably enlarged for detailed study. It is designed to assist philatelists, particularly new collectors of the Large Hermes Heads, and to significantly enrich the existing philatelic literature on these iconic stamps.
To place an order, contact the author directly (mobile: +30 6942 569190, email: ninni@aueb.gr).
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We have recently received BEPHILA 2026 Newsletter #2 from Norbert Sehler.
The Berin auction house ‘Schlegel’ is strengthening its commitment to competitive philately as the main sponsor of BEPHILA 2026. ‘BEPHILA 2026 is an extremely important event for philately,’ says Managing Director Andreas Schlegel. ‘We are delighted to have the opportunity to support this event and help create a platform where collectors can share their passion and knowledge about stamps.’
The Polish Philatelists Union (PZF) website reports that two very valuable monographs have been published regarding POWs’ correspondence from the Murnau and Hadamar officers’ camps.
Jacek Kubczyk, Oflag VII A Murnau. Korespondencja polskich jeńców 1939–1945 r., Częstochowa 2024, A4 format, 130 pages. Contact the author at jacekkubczyk@op.pl
Edward Kubica, Obóz jeniecki Oflag XII A Hadamar, 16.11.1939–27.05.1942, Częstochowa 2024, A4 format, 50 pages.
A Different Classification of the Large Hermes Heads Stamps of Greece
A few weeks ago, a new book on the first Greek issue was released. It is titled A Different Classification of the Large Hermes Heads Stamps of Greece.
The author, Athanasios D. Spanos, is a collector with over 60 years of experience and expertise in early Greek stamps. To present the Large Hermes Heads in their various printings, he adopts a new, simplified approach based on flowcharts. He provides all the specialised knowledge necessary for anyone who wishes to engage earnestly with a stamp as attractive and challenging as the Large Hermes Heads.
The book provides a detailed presentation of the naming and characteristics of each stamp in question, the objective criteria for distinction and classification, and the differentiation of stamps across various issues based on these criteria and their face values. Additionally, it examines variations in the quality of image printing over time and the deterioration of the Control Figures in relation to their face values.
It is worth noting the presentation of a large number of stamps in various shades, which emphasise the significant role of colour in this stamp and serve as an informal colour catalogue. The book also attempts to objectively identify the colours on the Large Hermes Head stamps from all issues using digital technology.
Written in Greek only, the book comprises 718 pages, printed in A4 size (21 x 30 cm) with a hardcover binding, and includes over 3,000 high-resolution illustrations, suitably enlarged for detailed study. It is designed to assist philatelists, particularly new collectors of the Large Hermes Heads, and to significantly enrich the existing philatelic literature on these iconic stamps.
To place an order, contact the author directly (mobile: +30 6942 569190, email: ninni@aueb.gr).
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BEPHILA 2026 Newsletter #2
We have recently received BEPHILA 2026 Newsletter #2 from Norbert Sehler.
The Berin auction house ‘Schlegel’ is strengthening its commitment to competitive philately as the main sponsor of BEPHILA 2026. ‘BEPHILA 2026 is an extremely important event for philately,’ says Managing Director Andreas Schlegel. ‘We are delighted to have the opportunity to support this event and help create a platform where collectors can share their passion and knowledge about stamps.’
Read or download Newsletter #2 here:
https://fepanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/befila2026_nsl02.pdf
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Two New Polish Books on POW Camps
The Polish Philatelists Union (PZF) website reports that two very valuable monographs have been published regarding POWs’ correspondence from the Murnau and Hadamar officers’ camps.
Jacek Kubczyk, Oflag VII A Murnau. Korespondencja polskich jeńców 1939–1945 r., Częstochowa 2024, A4 format, 130 pages. Contact the author at jacekkubczyk@op.pl
Edward Kubica, Obóz jeniecki Oflag XII A Hadamar, 16.11.1939–27.05.1942, Częstochowa 2024, A4 format, 50 pages.
Details: https://zgpzf.pl/13-o-czestochowski/681-24-11-071
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