The winning stamp was issued in commemoration of the 455th anniversary of Polish Post. Presented by artist Agnes Sancewicz, rings cut from an oak trunk symbolically refer to the traditions and longevity of the company. The oak is a dominion tree, ensuring that later generations can enjoy its presence – explained the project author.
The awards ceremony took place on 6 July in Asiago, northern Italy. Agnieszka Kłoda-Dębska, deputy director of the Office of Marketing and Philatelics at Polish Post, accepted the Grand Prix from the President of the Italian Republic, patron of the competition. “I am thrilled that the issue commemorating the 455th anniversary of the Polish Post was so well received by the international jury. Though many centuries have passed since 18 October 1558, when King Zygmunt August established the first regular connections between Kraków -Vienna-Venice, our company remains a reliable partner. We continue to build on this trust for our customers, commemorating important events in history, culture and tradition for more than 150 years.
They relate and make history; inspire and educate. They bring Poland closer to the rest of the world – as Agnieszka Kłoda-Dębska said on Sunday. The “most beautiful stamp in the world” title is a special honor for us. I see this as an award to honor the postal community, people who devote their time, talents and hearts to these particularly small works of art” – Agnieszka Kłoda-Dębska added when she received the medal.
The “Most Beautiful Stamp in the World” title is another distinction for the Polish Post Office in this competition. Laurels received in the last few years include the green, juniper fragrant issue with a bison in 2012; the “I love you” issue in 2009 for Valentines; earlier – the issue commemorating the PostEurope Association meeting in Krakow in 2008, the “Earth Day in Poland” issue in 2007 and the “Vistula River You are Beautiful” stamp in 1982.
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Source: Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Bangkok, Poczta Polska
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