France - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

France has played a naughty trick on the collectors, when it came to issuing a stamp on "150 Years of UPU" in 2024.

Instead of issuing a dedicated postage stamp to commemorate "150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU)", on 14 October 2024, France printed the official UPU150 logo on a souvenir sheet already planned to be issued in the series "European Capitals" for Berne.

France Souvenir Sheet with UPU150 Logo - 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Thus without putting any extra effort, France managed to print a high-value souvenir sheet in the highly collectible theme of "150 Years of UPU Stamps". The face value of the French UPU150 Souvenir Sheet is 7.84 Euros.
The France UPU150 souvenir sheet from France contains 4 stamps of 1.96 Euros each.

Bern is also the headquarters of international organizations such as the Universal Postal Union (UPU), symbolized by the statue of the French sculptor René de Saint-Marceaux. For 150 years, with its 192 member countries, the UPU has brought together the world's postal players to provide a universal network of cutting-edge products and services.

France Souvenir Sheet with Logo - 150 Years of UPU - 2024

What are your thoughts about this clever tactics used by French Post? Is it intended to gain maximum revenue on a popular issue like "150 Years of UPU" in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Liberia - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Another country in the list of UPU150 stamps.

Liberia, joined a total of 8 African countries to include Burundi, Central African Republic, Djibouti, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Republic, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Togo to issue similar design postage stamps to commemorate "150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU)" on 9 October 2024. The Liberia stamp depicts same design with Liberian flag.

Liberia Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The stamp from Liberia issued for 150 Years of UPU is of a denomination of 150 Liberian Dollars.

Liberia Stamp Souvenir Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Liberia stamp for UPU150 is also issued in a souvenir sheet with a single stamp, showing the denomination of 1200 LIberian Dollars.

Liberia Stamp Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

150 Years of UPU stamp from Liberia has been issued in sheetlets of 8 stamps each, with a beautiful printed border in matching design.

Liberia Postcards on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

An official UPU150 postcard has also been issued by Liberia, which can be used by stamps of both denomination. 

Some critics claim that the #UPU150 stamps from these 8 African nations including Burundi, Central African Republic, Djibouti, Guinea Bissau, Togo, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea Republic have been printed by a company in Europe and have been printed only to rip off the pockets of the collectors and these do not have any philatelic value? What do you think?

Do you like the design of Liberia Postage Stamp released for 150 Years of UPU in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Sierra Leone - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Sierra Leone, joined 7 other African countries to include Burundi, Central African Republic, Djibouti, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Republic, Liberia and Togo to issue similar design postage stamps to commemorate "150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU)" on 9 October 2024. The Sierra Leone stamp features the Sierra Leone in right-bottom corner of the stamp.

The stamp from Sierra Leone issued for 150 Years of UPU is of a denomination of 16 Le.

 Sierra Leone Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Sierra Leone stamp for UPU150 is also issued in a souvenir sheet with a single stamp, showing the denomination of 135 Le.

Sierra Leone Souvenir Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

UPU stamp from Sierra Leone has been issued in sheetlets of 8 stamps each, with a beautiful printed border in matching design.

Sierra Leone Stamp Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Some critics claim that the "150 Years of UPU" stamps from these 8 African nations including Burundi, Central African Republic, Djibouti, Guinea Bissau, Togo, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea Republic have been printed by a company in Europe and have been printed only to rip off the pockets of the collectors and these do not have any philatelic value? What do you think?

Do you like the design of Sierra Leone Postage Stamp for 150 Years of UPU in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Guinea Bissau - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Guinea Bissau, joined 7 other African countries to include Burundi, Central African Republic, Djibouti, Guinea Republic, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Togo to issue similar design postage stamps to commemorate "150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU)" on 9 October 2024. The stamps depict same design with different country flags.

Guinea Bissau Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The stamp from Guinea Bissau issued for 150 Years of UPU is of a denomination of 500 FCFA.

Guinea Bissau Souvenir Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Guinea Bissau stamp for UPU150 is also issued in a souvenir sheet with a single stamp, showing the denomination of 3600 FCFA.

Guinea Bissau Stamp Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

UPU150 stamp from Guinea Bissau has been printed in sheetlets of 8 stamps each, with a beautiful printed border in matching design.

Some collectors believe that the UPU150 stamps from these 8 African nations including Burundi, Central African Republic, Djibouti, Guinea Bissau, Togo, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea Republic have been printed by a company in Europe and have been printed only to rip off the pockets of the collectors and these do not have any philatelic value? What do you think?

Do you like the design of Guinea Bissau Postage Stamp for 150 Years of UPU?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Djibouti - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Djibouti, was one of 8 African countries that issued UPU150 stamps together. Other 7 countries include Burundi, Central African Republic, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Republic, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Togo to issue similar design postage stamps to celebrate "150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU)" on World Post Day (9 October 2024). Djibouti UPU150 stamp show same design with Djibouti flag on it.

 Djibouti Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The Djibouti stamp issued for 150 Years of UPU is of a denomination of 150 Djibouti Francs.

Djibouti Stamp Souvenir Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Djibouti stamp released for UPU150 is also issued in a souvenir sheet with a single stamp, showing the denomination of 1100 Djibouti Francs.

Djibouti Stamp Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

UPU stamp from Djibouti has been issued in sheetlets of 8 stamps each, with a beautiful printed border in matching design.

Some critics claim that the UPU stamps from these 8 African nations including Burundi, Central African Republic, Djibouti, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Republic, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Togo have been printed by a company in Europe and have been printed only to empty the pockets of the collectors and these do not have any philatelic value? What do you think?

Do you like the design of Djibouti Postage Stamp for 150 Years of UPU in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Central African Republic - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Central African Republic, joined 7 other African countries to include Burundi, Djibouti, Guinea Bissau, Togo, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea Republic to issue similar design postage stamps to commemorate "150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU)" on 9 October 2024. The stamps depict same design with different country flags.

Central African Republic Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The stamp from Central African Republic issued for 150 Years of UPU is of a denomination of 500 Central African Francs.

Central African Republic Souvenir Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Central African Republic stamp for UPU150 is also issued in a souvenir sheet with a single stamp, showing the denomination of 3600 Central African Francs.

Central African Republic Stamp Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

UPU150 stamp from Central African Republic has been issued in sheetlets of 8 stamps each, with a beautiful printed border in matching design.

Some philatelists believe that the UPU150 stamps from these 8 African nations including Burundi, Central African Republic, Djibouti, Guinea Bissau, Togo, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea Republic have been printed by a company in Europe and the specific purpose to issue these stamps is to gain revenue only from the wallets of the collectors and these do not have any philatelic value? What do you think?

Do you like the design of Central African Republic Stamp issued for 150 Years of UPU in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Czech Republic - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Czech Republic released a unique-designed commemorative postage stamp to celebrate 150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU) on 9 October 2024. The stamp shows a globe in the middle with different hands showing or sending their envelopes, letters or postcardsfeatures a colourful dove flying to deliver a letter.

Czech Republic Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The writing on the Czech Republic stamp says "Zalozeni Svetove Postovni Unie"; translating to "Establishment of Universal Postal Union".

Czech Republic Stamp FDC on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

FDC of Czechia UPU150 stamp also shows a similar but slightly changed cache on the envelope.

Although the Czech stamp does not say "150 Years of UPU" specifically, but it's timings of issuance on 9 October 2024 (World Post Day) and the inscription "Establishment of Universal Postal Union" makes it part of the UPU150 collection.

What are your thoughts about the Czech Republic UPU150 Stamp?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Burundi - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Burundi, joined 7 other African nations including Central African Republic, Djibouti, Guinea Bissau, Togo, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea Republic to issue similar design postage stamps to commemorate "150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU)" on 9 October 2024. The stamps depict same design with different country flags.

Burundi Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Burundi stamp issued for 150 Years of UPU is of 2350 Burundian Francs face value.

Burundi Stamp Souvenir Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Burundi stamp for UPU150 is also issued in a souvenir sheet with a single stamp, showing the denomination of 10,000 Burundian Francs.

Burundi Stamp Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

UPU stamp from Burundi has been issued in sheetlets of 8 stamps each, with a beautiful printed border in matching design.

Burundi Postcards on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

An official UPU150 postcard has also been issued by Burundi, which can be used by stamps of both denomination.

Some critics claim that the UPU stamps from these 8 African nations including Burundi, Central African Republic, Djibouti, Guinea Bissau, Togo, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea Republic have been printed by a company in Europe and have been printed only to rip off the pockets of the collectors and these do not have any philatelic value? What do you think?

Do you like the design of Burundi Postage Stamp and Souvenir Sheet for 150 Years of UPU in 2024? What do you think about this issue?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Egypt - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Egypt has also issued a beautiful sci-fi looking stamp on 150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU) on 9 October 2024. The stamp also shows the Egyptian flag and a QR code.

Egypt Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The denomination of the Egypt UPU150 stamp is 10 LE.

Egypt Stamp FDC on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The Egyptian FDC is very similar to the Libyan FDC with matching design and colours.

Do you like the design of Egypt Postage Stamp for 150 Years of UPU in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Libya - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Despite the political unrest in the Middle East, Libya has actively participated in celebrating "150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU)" on 9 October 2024 and issued a commemorative postage stamp depicting the standard design of the UPU150 campaign. The stamp features the Libyan flag as well.

Libya Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Libya FDC on 150 Years of UPU also features a beautiful border in matching design and colours of UPU150 campaign.

Libya Stamp FDCon 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The full sheet of the Libya stamp issued on "150 Years of UPU" celebrations has 30 stamps arranged in 6x5 stamps.

Libya Stamp Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Libya Post also issued 2 beautiful postcards on "150 years of UPU". The first postcard depicts the official logo of UPU150 campaign.

Libya Postcard#1 on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The second Libyan postcard shows the UPU Monument in Berne.

Libya Postcard#2 on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The official advertisement of the Libya UPU150 stamp and it's allied items are shown in the official poster by Libyan Post as below. 

Libya Stamp Advert on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

What are your thoughts about the Libya Postage Stamp for 150 Years of UPU, issued in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Italy - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

A little late but it's never too late ... Italy issued a stamp to commemorate "150th Anniversary of UPU" on 21 November 2024.

Italy Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The denomination of the stamp is a B zona 3 50g and is valid for international Oceania 50g. It is probably the most expensive stamps issued for "150 Years of UPU" by any country.

I wonder why the thematic stamps of international interest like UPU150 are often of very high value (4,95€ in this case)! Probably because of the collector value of the stamp! 

What do you think why Italy UPU150 stamp is so expensive?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Liechtenstein - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Not sure whether it's an authentic issue or not!! Can anyone here please help?

Found this souvenir sheet with a single stamp from Liechtenstein on eBay but could not find it anywhere else. 

The Liechtenstein souvenir sheet shows a face value of 190, meaning 1.90 CHF and a logo of the Liechtenstein Post as well. Official UPU150 logo can also be seen on the souvenir sheet.

Liechtenstein Stamp SS on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

What do you think about this Liechtenstein Stamp on 150 Years of UPU? Do you think it's authentic or not?

Any info on this stamp will be highly appreciated. Please share your thoughts in the comments below.

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Wallis & Futuna - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Wallis & Futuna released a lovely stamp on 9 Oct 2024 to commemorate "150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union" (UPU). The stamp features a unique design, where a small boat is being sailed by an envelope-shaped sail  and the sun is rising from the East.

Wallis & Futuna Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The Wallis & Futuna UPU150 stamp has a denomination of 600F.

Do you like the design of Wallis & Futuna Postage Stamp issued for 150 Years of UPU in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Philippines (Pilipinas) - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Philippines released a set of 4 stamps on "150th Anniversary of UPU" and kept it a secret for more than a month??

Having actively followed the joint issue stamps on "150 Years of UPU" for the last month or so, I was sure that Philippines (Pilipinas) will issue a beautiful stamp or a set of stamps and I did try to find them online but all in vain. I could not find them on ebay, Delcampe, StampWorld, Facebook, Instagram, or any other website. 

Today on 18 Nov, I came across the Philippines set of 4 stamps issued on "150th Anniversary of UPU". 

In fact, Philippines issued a beautiful set of 4 stamps for 150 Years of UPU on 9 October 2024 and released them in a magnificent ceremony. The stamp designs have been chosen after conducting an art competition. The top 4 entries of the competition have been converted into stamps and the names of the designers have also been printed on the stamps.

Philippines (Pilipinas) Set of 4 Stamps on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Official UPU150 logo is printed on each stamp of the Philippines UPU150 Set.

Philippines (Pilipinas) UPU150 Stamps Release Ceremony - UPU 2024

The Philippines UPU150 Stamps were released in a marvelous ceremony on 9 October 2024.

Philippines (Pilipinas) Stamp #1 on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Stamp #1 designed by Mylene Grace L. Llaneta

Philippines (Pilipinas) Stamp #2 on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Stamp #2 designed by Jayson M. Robles

Philippines (Pilipinas) Stamp #3 on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Stamp #3 designed by Arthur M. Marcello

Philippines (Pilipinas) Stamp #4 on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Stamp #4 designed by Marie Jeddah Legaspi - Leuterio

I could not find the order of the winners of the art contest.

What do you think about the designs of Philippines Postage Stamps issued for 150 Years of UPU in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Jordan - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

On 9 October 2024, Jordan Post released a commemorative postage stamp to honour 150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU). The Jordan UPU150 stamp shows a similar design, as issued by UPU; however each Jordan stamp also features Jordan flag as well as a QR code on the stamp itself.

Jordan Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Each Jordan UPU150 stamp has a face value of 1.20 Pt (Piastres). 

Jordan Stamp FDC on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Jordan FDC issued on "150 Years of UPU" also matches in design and colour to the official design.

What are your thoughts about the Jordan Stamp issued on "150 Years of UPU"??

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

United Arab Emirates UAE - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

United Arab Emirates UAE issued a common-design postage stamp to honour 150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU) on 9 October 2024. The stamp depicts the standard design issued by UPU with official logo of UPU150 campaign.

UAE Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

UAE stamp for "150 Years of UPU" has been issued in small sheetlets of 6 stamps each.

UAE Stamp Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

The UAE souvenir sheet also features a QR code, however there's no QR code on the UAE UPU150 stamp itself.

UAE Stamp FDC on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

UAE FDC for UPU150 issue also matches in theme and colours to the official design.

Do you like the design of UAE Postage Stamp for 150 Years of UPU, issued in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Singapore - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Singapore is famous for aesthetically-designed beautiful stamps. issued a commemorative postage stamp to honour 150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU) on 9 October 2024. The stamp depicts a line drawing of UPU logo on a colourful triangular pattern. The stamp also shows official UPU150 logo in the right-bottom corner of the stamp.

Singapore Stamp on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Singapore UPU150 stamp is of $2 denomination. 

Singapore Stamp FDC on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

What do you think about the design of Singapore Postage Stamp for 150 Years of UPU in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued

Hungary - 150 Years of Universal Postal Union (UPU) 2024 #UPU150 #150UPU

Hungary issued a commemorative souvenir sheet to celebrate "150th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (UPU)" on 9 October 2024. The single stamp on the souvenir sheet features a globe and some letters. Overall the Hungary souvenir sheet shows a golden bigle musical instrument, used by the postmen in the past.

Hungary Souvenir Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

40,000 souvenir sheets have been issued in total and each sheet is numbered.

Hungary Souvenir Sheet FDC on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

Hungary FDC for UPU150 souvenir sheet features the official design of the UPU150 campaign.

Hungary Imperf Souvenir Sheet on 150 Years of UPU - 2024

40,000 imperf souvenir sheets by Hungary have also been issued. These shows the sheet number in red colour.

Do you like the design of Hungary Souvenir Sheet for 150 Years of UPU in 2024?

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If you want to see the complete list of countries that have issued postage stamps to celebrate 150th Anniversary of UPU, please click here: 150 Years of UPU - All Stamps Issued