Sunday, August 8, 2010

1957 Wildlife Issue
5 cents Loon


The fifth and final Wildlife series issue, a single 5 cent stamp featuring the Loon, was released on April 10, 1957 coinciding with National Wildlife Week. The stamp was designed by Laurence Hyde of Montreal.


Essays


National Archives of Canada


National Archives of Canada


National Archives of Canada


First Day Covers




































Usages

Domestic Forward Letter


Brantford to Hamilton, October 1, 1957
5 cents forward letter rate



Edmonton Exhibition post office to Toronto, July 17, 1957
5 cents forward letter rate


Edmonton Exhibition Post Office cds
July 17, 1957


1957 Edmonton Exhibition cachet