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Asclepiusm, 20th Anniversary of World Health Organization (WHO) - 21st of UNICEF, Republic of Cyprus
This stamp depicts a marble statue of Asclepius excavated at Salamis and dating from the Roman period 2nd century A.D. It is in the Cyprus Museum. Asclepius was the son of Apollo by Coronis. At birth his father had carried him off to the cave of…
Kyrenia Harbour, Pictorial Definitive Issue of King George VI, Republic of Cyprus
Kyrenia castle overlooks the small but beautiful horseshoe shaped harbour. Built as a fortress and never taken by assault it is one of the most ancient monuments in Cyprus and has the most colourful of histories. In 1191, it was surrendered to Guy de…
Running, Olympic Games Issue Mexico City, Republic of Cyprus
In ancient Greece the Games (contests) represented Freedom and Democracy. They constituted a congregation of free men of their own free will, where the runner from Corinth and the jumper from Rhodes stood equal in status. All could participate and…
Olympic Stadium, Mexico City, Olympic Games Issue Mexico City, Republic of Cyprus
In ancient Greece the Games (contests) represented Freedom and Democracy. They constituted a congregation of free men of their own free will, where the runner from Corinth and the jumper from Rhodes stood equal in status. All could participate and…
Cyprus Warbler, Birds of Cyprus Thematic Issue, Republic of Cyprus
The Cyprus Warbler (Sylvia melanothorax) is one of only three bird species endemic to areas within the Mediterranean region and is the most localized breeder among the genus Sylvia, being confined to Cyprus when breeding. It is a partial migrant,…