Thursday, July 7, 2016

1988 TB seal

The golden anniversary of the Quezon Institute was commemorated on the 1988 seals issued se-tenant showing personalities, the Institute, and places of worship.

Wednesday, July 6, 2016

1987 TB seal

"Things Philippines" were the subjects for the 1987 TB seal.

Also issued se-tenant, these "Things Philippines" were Calesa, Rice Terraces, Tinikling, Jeepney, Mayon Volcano, Singkil, Moriones, Careta, Ati-Atihan, Itik-Itik, Vinta, Fruits, Noli Me Tangere, Mi Ultimo Adios, Jose Rizal, and Fort Santiago.

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

1985 TB seal

Flora and fauna were the subjects for the 1985 TB seal.

Issued se-tenant together with reproductions of the 1910 and 1946 TB seals, the featured flora and fauna were Philippine Eagle, Magellan butterfly, Sampaguita flowers, Bangus, and Tamaraw.

Monday, July 4, 2016

1978-79 TB seal

The 1978-79 TB seal continues its campaign to phase-out tuberculosis in the barrio.

TB seals used to be sold at post offices nationwide for use on mail posted during the Christmas season. At times the seal receives a postmark especially if this was affixed next to postage stamps.

Saturday, July 2, 2016

1976 TB seal

In 1976 (there is no year date on the seal), a woman farmer is depicted with the slogan "TB phase-out goes to the barrio".

Friday, July 1, 2016

Tagbilaran City

New Issue alert:

City Government of Tagbilaran: 50th Charter Day Anniversary

The City Government of Tagbilaran: 50th Charter Day Anniversary Stamps and Official First Day Covers will be available starting July 1, 2016 at the Post Shop, Philately and Museum Division, Manila Central Post Office,    Door 19, Liwasang Bonifacio, Manila and at all Regional Offices of the Philippine Postal Corporation.                   

1973/74 TB seal

For Christmas 1973 and New Year 1974, the Philippine Tuberculosis Society illustrated a medical visit to a villager. This seal is rouletted.

TB seals are different from anti-TB semipostal stamps despite the same Lorraine Cross as design element for both.