13.06.11 - Jersey's birdlife
Summer visiting birds feature on the latest set of stamps to be issued by Jersey Post on 16 June.
ccording to Philatelic Researcher, Melanie Gouzinis, birds illustrated on stamps are always highly sought after by stamp collectors. “Jersey stamps are well known amongst collectors for the quality of the artwork”, explained Mrs Gouzinis, “and this stamp issue is a perfect example of the high standard that we enjoy.”
This is in fact the fifth issue in the Jersey Birdlife series. Previous issues have featured migrating, garden, threatened and woodland birds and all have been painted by local artist, Nick Parlett. A Jersey man, Nick is a self-taught artist; his passion for the natural world is evident in his work and is a consistent theme throughout.
A list of birds to portray on the stamps was suggested by local expert, Mike Stentiford MBE. “Mike has been involved in each of the Birdlife stamp issues and has provided all the information which appears in the accompanying products. He is always most enthusiastic and his contributions are greatly appreciated,” said Mrs Gouzinis.
The set of six stamps is also available in a Souvenir Sheetlet whilst a Souvenir Miniature sheet brings together the three highest value stamps into a cohesive design. First Day Cover envelopes and Presentation Packs complete the issue.