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Pointers are fortunate to have such wonderful stamps and cards available for this breed.
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The collapse of the Soviet Union has created a gold mine for stamp collectors. The local governments have issued some wonderful stamps in an effort to sell them to the world market and not even have to provide the associated service of mailing letters with them. This is a real boon when you see the number of Russian stamps issued below. Altai is also from the Russian block and is in southeast Western Siberia. It was noted as the largest agricultural producer in the Soviet Union.
The disintegration of the Soviet Union is bringing to light the enormous diversity of the indigenous people who were kept under its rule. The Altaics were a nomadic, herding people for millennia. They had a native language and customs. Several related groups are now considered more self-ruling, such as Dagestan, Kyrgyzstan and Altai. In 1997, Altai started to issue unique stamps and some of them were of different breeds of dogs.
Pointer Altai Stamp... $4.95 each


Ajman is the smallest of the United Arab Emirates. It is immediately to the north of and mostly surrounded by Sharjah. Like most of the country, Ajman is in the process of changes which amount to a transformation. The central area is rapidly being modernized and it is clear that Ajman has no intention of being left behind the other Emirates. It is here that the Victory speedboats are built and Ajman is determined to enjoy a share of the United Arab Emirates' victories for itself.
Pointer Ajman Stamp(left)... $5.95 each
Pointer Ajman Stamp(right)... $5.95 each


We have several lovely stamps from Ajman. this is the 3rd one.
Pointer Ajman Stamp 3... $5.95 each


Another Ajman, no. 4, this time a wire hair.
Pointer Ajman Stamp 4... $5.95 each


Lovely paintings of the Pointer, from Angola.
Angola is in Africa near the Congo and on the Atlantic Coast. Portuguese is the official language of the government and business, but only about 42 percent of the population of 10 million is literate, 56 percent of males and 28 percent of females. The current issues facing the country are overuse of pastures and subsequent soil erosion attributable to population pressures; desertification; deforestation of tropical rain forest, in response to both international demand for tropical timber and to domestic use as fuel, resulting in loss of biodiversity; soil erosion contributing to water pollution and siltation of rivers and dams; inadequate supplies of potable water. Angola is a developing country at war, and civil unrest has been ongoing since the country's 1975 independence from Portugal.
Pointer Angola Stamp(left)... $5.95 each
Pointer Angola Stamp(right)... $5.95 each


This is a German Wirehair from Bashkortostan.
The Republic of Bashkortostan lies in the South Ural Mountains bordering with Tatarstan and the Udmurt Republic. In 1921 Bashkortostan was forced to become an official Autonomous Soviet Republic as a part of the Russian Federation. By 1937 Bashkortostan accepted the constitution of the USSR, in which the republic was declared a state. This status was a formality due to the absence of sovereign rights. In 1990, upon the collapse of the Soviet Union, Bashkortostan declared its state sovereignty. Its capital city is Ufa and the economy depends on agriculture, stockbreeding and some industry.
Pointer Bashkortostan Stamp... $4.95 each


A stamp issued by Benin in 1995.
Benin is a Western Africa country with very little tourism or resources. All the more impressive that they issued such a lovely set of stamps including this Pointer. I expect them to remain easily available for awhile.
It may be noted that Benin, former Dahomey, has perhaps the "most beaten tracks by Europeans of any in Africa". The history of Benin is a succession of kingdoms, followed by years of communist rule and finally independence in 1990.
Pointer Benin Stamp... $4.95 each


Bhutan always issues some wonderful examples of the breed.
Bhutan is a tiny, landlocked country, squeezed between China and India, the two most populous countries. It takes its native name -- Druk Yul -- from the fierce storms that sweep down out of the Himalayan Mountains. Druk Yul means "land of the thunder dragon." Bhutan is the last surviving Buddhist kingdom in the Himalayas and its deeply devout Buddhist culture bears a strong resemblance to that found in Tibet. Wary of foreign influence, Bhutan has full diplomatic ties with only 16 countries and sightseers were barred from the country until 1974. Even now, Bhutan limits the number of tourists to just 4,000 a year.
Pointer Bhutan Stamp... $4.95 each


The 'Pointer and Partridge' on the left was issued in 1985. The special puppy on the right was issued in 1997. Both are from Bulgaria.
The Bulgars, A Central Asian Turkic Tribe, merged with the local slavic inhabitants in the late 7th century to form the first Bulgarian state. In succeeding centuries, Bulgaria struggled with the Byzantine Empire to assert its place in the Balkans, but by the end of the 14th century the country was overrun by the Ottoman Turks. Bulgaria regained its independence in 1878, but having fought on the losing side in both World Wars, it fell within the Soviet sphere of influence and became a Peoples Republic in 1946. Communist domination ended in 1990. The country is slightly larger than Tennessee. The capital is Sofia.
Pointer Bulgaria Stamp(left)... $4.95 each
Pointer Bulgaria Stamp(right)... $4.95 each


Buriatia put out both of the above stamps, totally different in appearance The one on the left in 2000 and the one on the right in 2001.
Buriatia is in southern Siberia near Lake Baykal on the Mongolian border and such the Buryat people are Buddhists as well.
The collapse of the Soviet Union has created a gold mine for stamp collectors. The local governments have issued some wonderful stamps in an effort to sell them to the world market and not even have to provide the associated service of mailing letters with them. This is a real boon when you see such lovely examples as these stamps put out by Buriatia.
Pointer Buriatia Stamp(left)... $4.95 each
Pointer Buriatia Stamp(right)... $4.95 each


Buriatia is in southern Siberia near Lake Baykal on the Mongolian border and such the Buryat people are Buddhists as well.
The collapse of the Soviet Union has created a gold mine for stamp collectors. The local governments have issued some wonderful stamps in an effort to sell them to the world market and not even have to provide the associated service of mailing letters with them. This is a real boon when you see such lovely examples as this stamp put out by Buriatia in 1999.
Pointer Buriatia Stamp... $4.95 each


Central Africa Republic (CAR), landlocked republic in central Africa, bordered on the north by Chad, on the east by Sudan, on the south by the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and on the west by Cameroon. A former french colony, which became independent on August 31, 1960, the CAR was known as the Central African Empire from 1976 to 1979 under the autocratic rule of self-styled,emperor Jean Bedel Bokassa. The CAR has an area of 622,984 sq mi. Bangui is the Capital. French is the official language and tribal languages.
Pointer Central Africa Stamp... SOLD OUT


The Czech Republic is a landlocked republic in Central Europe, comprosing the historic regions of Bohemia and Moravia and Silesia. The new state a democratic republic known as Czechoslovakia was broken up during World War II, but was re-established at the end of the war in 1945. From 1948 to 1989 the republic was ruled by a communist regime. In November 1989 the Communist government was ousted and Czechoslovakia again became a democratic state. During the 1990s, political and economic conflicts developed between the Czechs and Slovaks, and leaders of both groups decided to dissolve the Republic. In January 1993 Czechoslovakia was replaced by two independent states, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The Czech Republic has relatively few natural resources and is heavily dependent on imported energy and raw materials. It has a humid, continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Prague is the Capital and largest city of the Czech Republic. The official language is Czech, a language of the West Slavic subgroup of slavic languages. The principle religion is Christianity. About 40% Roman Catholic. Protestant 3% and about 5% are atheist. Prior to World War II the country had a large Jewish population. Most of the Jews died in the Holocaust, the Nazi campaign to exterminate the Jews of Europe. Pork is a staple in their diet which resembles that of Germany. Traditionally the Czech lands have been among the most economically developed regions of Europe.
Pointer Czechoslovakia Stamp(left)... $5.95 each
Pointer Czechoslovakia Stamp(middle)... $5.95 each
Pointer Czechoslovakia Stamp(right)... $5.95 each


A nice painting put out by Congo in 1974.
The Congo is situated in west central Africa astride the equator. Its area is nearly three times that of Pennsylvania. Most of the inland is tropical rain. It is a dictatorship. After the Portuguese located the Congo River in 1482, commerce was carried on with the tribes, especially the slave trade. During Worl War II the colony joined Chad in supporting the Free French cause against the Vichy government. The Congo proclaimed its independence without leaving the French Community in 1960, calling itself the Republic of Congo.
Pointer Republic of Congo Stamp... $5.95 each


The US has an embargo against Cuba so any stamps that you find typically have come into the country in a collection from Canada or another country. This stamp was put out in 1976.
Pointer Cuba Stamp... $6.95 each


This stamp was issued by Dagestan in 2000.
Dagestan is one of the republics of the former USSR. Located between the Caspian Sea on the East and Caucasus mountains on the West, it is probably one of the most attractive places in that part of the globe. Its area is close to that of Scotland. With population of just above 2 million people, Dagestan is the homeland to over 36 different nationalities, and each one of those nationalities has its own unique language. Such combination of languages, cultures, types of landscape and customs makes it a one of a kind place in the world. These days, however, Dagestan is going through the times of heavy unrest, both political and ethnical.
Pointer Dagestan Stamp... $4.95 each


Evenkia is in the far northern region of central Russia. The native people were nomads who depend on hunting and reindeer for their livelihood for centuries. The Soviet government tried to bring these people under their rule but the climatic conditions are very harsh and it was difficult to exploit the natural resources, so much of the country was still undominated when the Soviet Union broke apart in 1991. This is the first set of dog stamps issued by the remote region of Evenkia, put out in 1999.
Pointer Evenkia Stamp 1... $5.95 each


This stamp from Evenkia was also issued in 1999.
Pointer Evenkia Stamp 2... $5.95 each


A new stamp of Pointer puppies from Fujeira .
Fujeira is one of the seven Emirates that combined in 1974 to form the United Arab Emirates. This set of dog stamps predated that union in 1970. The name Fujeira refers to the spring of water beneath one of the mountains.
Pointer Fujeira Stamp... $4.95 each


The set of stamps this came from were all lovely paintings. The Queens head identifies the country and they don't feel the need to put it into print.
Pointer Great Britain Stamp... $4.95 each


Grenada is described as a spice island, because it produces large quantities of cloves and mace and about a third of the world’s nutmeg. It also grows cacao, sugar, bananas and a wide variety of other fruit and vegetables. Some of its beaches, especially Grand Anse, a dazzling two-mile stretch of white sand, are very fine, but the rest of the island is just as beautiful, rising from a generally rugged coast to a spectacular mountainous interior. The island is green, well forested and cultivated and is blessed with plenty of rain in the wet season. Grenada is the most southerly of the Windward Islands. In contrast to other Windward Islands, which have had a similar history of disputed ownership between the French and English, the French cultural influence in Grenada has completely died out. The population is very young; 38% are under 15 years old and nearly 26% are in the 15-29 years’ age bracket.
Pointer Grenada Stamp... $4.95 each


This lovely head study was issued in 1988.
Guinea-Bissau is in Western Africa, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Guinea on the south and Senegal on the north. In 1994, 20 years after independence from Portugal, the country's first multiparty legislative and presidential elections were held. An army uprising that triggered a bloody civil war in 1998, created hundreds of thousands of displaced persons. Guinea-Bissau's transition back to democracy will be complicated by a crippled economy devastated by civil war and the military's predilection for governmental meddling.
Pointer Guinea Bissau Stamp... $4.95 each


This stamp of a German Shorthair was issued in 1997 by Guyana.
Guyana is a little country, which lies on the North Eastern shoulder of South America near the equator. Said to be the legendary El Dorado, Guyana is the only English-speaking country located in South America. The name 'Guyana' is derived from an Amerindian word meaning; land of many waters - and indeed it is a land of many waters- with three mighty rivers and many tributaries, creeks and waterfalls.
The British founded Guyana in 1781. It passed for a while to the French, who largely rebuilt it, and in 1784 to the Dutch, who called the capital Stabroek. Regaining control in 1812, the British government renamed it British Guiana. In 1966 it became an independent Guyana.
Pointer Guyana Stamp... $4.95 each


The above stamp is listed as a German Shorthair put out by Hakasia in 1997.
Hakasia is located in the south of Serbia, next to the Sayan-Altay Mountains and Yenisey River and the the north Altay Republic. Its capital is the city of Abakan. The real name of Hakas people who speak Turkish is Koray people. They are composed of four tribes. Hakasia is devoted to its own language, culture and traditions and there is a university, technical institute, and institutes for linguistic, historical and literary researches in Hakasia. There are also various cultural and artistic institutions, 4 theatres, library and museums as well as music and art schools. Hakas Turks are Christians, but they continue their Shamanist beliefs and traditions. Agriculture, stockbreeding and timber productions are the means of subsistence in the region. Breeding of sheep horses, cattle, and beekeeping are also the signicant means of subsistence.
Pointer Hakasia Stamp 1... $4.95 each


This 2nd stamp from Hakasia is also listed as a German Shorthair.
Pointer Hakasia Stamp 2... $4.95 each


This stamp was put out in 2001.
The Republic of Kabardino-Balkaria is a federal subject of the Russian Federation located in the northern Caucasus mountains, with plains in the northern part. The Kabardian lands have been under Russian protectorate since 1557. In 1739 Kabardia became independent and 1774 became part of the Russian empire. Balkaria was annexed in 1827. In 1944, Stalin accused the Balkars of collaborating with Nazi Germany and deported the entire population. The Territory was renamed the Kabardin ASSR until 1957, when the Balkar population was allowed to return and its name was restored.
Pointer Kabardino Balkaria Stamp... $4.95 each


This stamp was put out in 1999.
Kamchatka, a peninsula comparable in size to Japan, is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, as well as the Bering and Okhotskoe Seas, and contains the last stretches of Siberian taiga. Russia's large volcanic belt, made up of 28 active craters, stretches along its shore. Though the flora and fauna, as is characteristic of northern regions, is not marked by diversity, more than half of the world's Steller's Sea Eagles, as well as the largest population of brown bears, are found here. In the center of Kamchatka is found Eurasia's only Geyser Valley. More than 150 thermal springs are scattered throughout the peninsula. Kamchatka is very sparsely populated, averaging less than 1 person per square kilometer. Most of the inhabitants live in the regional capital, but a traditional way of life continues in the peninsula's many scattered villages. Despite its pristine appearance, however, Kamchatka struggles with pollution problems, much of it stemming from the large military presence on the Peninsula.
Pointer Kamchatka Stamp... $4.95 each


The economy in Russia since the break up of the Soviet Union has such high inflation that stamps that were previously issued are not of enough value to mail a letter any more, so to remedy the situation, the local Post Offices have taken blocks of five "old" printed stamps and overprinted them with a new image and a new value. The Pointer shown above on the left is one of these "Russian Overprints" from Dagestan. These stamps come in a set of five different colored stamps all with the same overprint. Last time that I got in some overprints, I assumed that they would remain available. I was wrong and I never saw more copies of those. I expect these to be equally as rare and collectable. There is no telling how many of the overprints they produced (not many), since they were never designed to be sold on the world market. They are of value only for a short while until the actual stamps can be printed. The stamp on the right was ultimately issued by Karakalpakia with the Pointer image from the overprint from Dagestan.
Dagestan is one of the republics of the former USSR. Located between the Caspian Sea on the East and Caucasus mountains on the West, it is probably one of the most attractive places in that part of the globe. Its area is close to that of Scotland. With population of just above 2 million people, Dagestan is the homeland to over 36 different nationalities, and each one of those nationalities has its own unique language. Such combination of languages, cultures, types of landscape and customs makes it a one of a kind place in the world. These days, however, Dagestan is going through the times of heavy unrest, both political and ethnical.
Karakalpakia, now under the domain of Uzbekistan, is on the edge of the shrinking Aral Sea, which has recently revealed a shocking scale of environmentally induced disease. Women and children are most severely affected from the spread of pesticides and other pollutants as the lake - once the fourth largest in the world - has turned into a desert, its waters siphoned off to irrigate vast cotton fields and rice paddies in Central Asia. Over 20 per cent of the young women, aged 13-19, have kidney disease, and another 23 per cent suffer from thyroid dysfunctions. And many women have high levels of lead, zinc and strontium in their blood. Although the Aral Sea probably has less than 10 years of life left, if nothing is done to salvage what remains of it, the 1.1 million residents of Karakalpakia are under immediate health threats. If nothing is done to improve the health of the people we may be witnessing the end of another entire society as a result of human folly. This stamp was issued in 1999.
Pointer Overprint from Dagestan(left)... $12.95 each set of 5 colors
Pointer Karakalpakia Stamp(right)... $4.95 each


This stamp from Karakalpakia was issued in 1999 also.
Pointer Karakalpakia Stamp... $4.95 each


A stamp from Karelia on the left issued in 1998 and the right one in 2000.
The Republic of Karelia is a remarkably beautiful land of white nights, boundless forests, and blue lakes. It is located on the border of Western and Eastern Europe, on the border of cultures and religions. Severe beauty of its nature, the climate, not too favourable in these latitudes, the coexistence and intermingling of various peoples inhabiting this land for centuries all that conditioned the character of the people living here: very laconic, self-assured, contemplative, and tolerant people. It also accounts for the fact that there is no national strife and terrorism in this land.
Pointer Karelia Stamp(left)... $4.95 each
Pointer Karelia Stamp(right)... $4.95 each


This lovely stamp of a German Shorthair was issued in 2000 also, from Karelia.
Pointer Karelia Stamp... $4.95 each


This stamp from Komi was issued in 2000.
The Komi Republic is situated in the extreme North-East part of Russia. It is a multinational state, since the population of Komi Republic is estimated at 1.2 million citizen and consists of 100 nationalities. The Komi Republic is now a democratic legal state included into the Russian Federation. The republic has unique stocks of mineral resources thanks to their location, diversity and quality.
Pointer Komi Stamp... $4.95 each


This stamp was issued in 1999 by Koriakia.
Koriakia and Kolyma Region, going southwest we cross huge ecotone between artic tundra and boreal forests. Zonal vegetation here is very specific unique for the world thickets of Siberian Dwarf Pine. The Pines produce cones with nuts and are the intial component for a lot of food chains. The weather in summer is mainly good, however sometimes in chilly evenings it is more comfortable in a sweater; also need in warm weather rain clothes and high rubber boots in most areas. problems are mosquitos and ticks. Local Russians take vaccines against these.
Pointer Koriakia Stamp... $4.95 each


This stamp was issued by Mexico in 1987. It is very difficult to obtain.
Mexico came under spanish rule for three centuries before achieving independence early in the 19th century. A devalutaion of the peso in late 1994 threw Mexico into economic turmoil, triggering the worst recession in over half a century. The nation continues to make an impressive recovery. Mexico is located in middle America, bordering the Caribbean Sea and the gulf of Mexico, between Belize and the US and bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between Guatemala and the US. Mexico is slightly less than three times the size of Texas. Mexico has a number of natural hazards: tsunamis along the Pacific coast, volcanoes and destructive earthquakes in the center and south, and hurricanes on the Pacific, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean coasts. Mexico achieved independence from Spain on Sept. 16, 1810.
Pointer Mexico Stamp... $8.95 each


Monaco issued this beautiful stamp in 1979. It is becoming more difficult to obtain stamps from Monaco. I have only one left for some lucky collector.
Economic development was spurred in the late 19th century with a railroad linkup to France and the opening of a casino. Since then, the principality's mild climate, splendid scenery, and gambling facilities have made Monaco world famous as a tourist and recreation center. Monaco is located in western Europe, bordering the Mediterranean Sea on the southern coast of France, near the border of Italy. It is about three times the size of The Mall in Washington DC. It has no natural resources and no natural hazards. It is the second smallest independent state in the world (after Holy See); almost entirely urban with a population of about 31,987. Its official language is French, with English, Italian and Monegasque. It is a constitutional monarchy. Its independence was in 1419 (beginning of the rule by the House of Grimaldi). The Chief of State: Prince RAINIER III (since 9 May 1949); Heir Apparent Prince ALBERT Alexandre Louis Pierre, son of the Monarch (born 14 March 1958). There are no elections, the monarchy is hereditary. Monaco does not have an embassy in the US.
Pointer Monaco Stamp... $9.95 each


This stamp was issued in 1996 by Mordovia.
Mordovia is another of the countries that is not producing stamps as they used to do.
Mordovia is located between Moscow and the Volga River and is bordered by the republic of Chuvashia on the east. Mordovia is one of the 21 Russian republics, which are the administrative units with the greatest amount of autonomy within the new Russian Federation. Mordovia is a largely agricultural region.
Pointer Mordovia Stamp 1... $8.95 each


Mordovia is located between Moscow and the Volga River and is bordered by the republic of Chuvashia on the east. Mordovia is one of the 21 Russian republics, which are the administrative units with the greatest amount of autonomy within the new Russian Federation. Mordovia is a largely agricultural region. Like most of the other republics, Mordovia has started issuing new postal stamps including this one that was issued in 2000.
Nothing has been issued since.
Pointer Mordovia Stamp 2... $5.95 each


Mozambique issued this head study stamp in 2001 commemorating the life of Louis Pastuer.
Mozambique is 111 years old. The country came into existence in its present form as a result of an Anglo-Portuguese treaty of May 1891 and gained its independence from Portugal in 1975. The Mozambique created in 1891 was not a piece of random map drawing but an attempt to make sense of the history of the region in a single colonial state. In doing so, it accepted a part of the African coast, which was established in the sixteenth century when the Portuguese divided their command in eastern Africa between the states of Mozambique and Mombassa.
Pointer Mozambique Stamp... $4.95 each


This stamp was issued in 1982 by Nicaragua.
Nicaragua is a Central American country that has had a turbulent recent history. In the 1980s, the country was racked by a civil war between the leftist Sandinista government and US-backed Contra rebels. Unemployment soared and annual hyperinflation reached 24,000%. Today, President Arnoldo Aleman, a right-wing businessman, is struggling to rebuild a country once defined by the Cold War conflict. To some extent, he’s succeeded. Although most Nicaraguans remain mired in poverty, economic growth has averaged nearly 5% a year under Aleman.
Pointer Nicaragua Stamp... $4.95 each


Para Timor produced this lovely body pose and headstudy of the German Wirehair in 2000.
East Timor is an area of Indonesia that recently voted to become independent. There is much unrest still since the current government does not want to give up power.
Pointer Para Timor Stamp... $4.95 each


Poland is located in Central Europe, east of Germany and is slightly smaller than New Mexico. Climate is temperate with cold, windy, cloudy, moderately severe winters with frequent precipitation; mild summers with frequent showers and thunderstorms. The terrain is mostly flat plain; mountains along the southern border; Natural resources consist of coal, sulphur, copper, natural gas, silver, lead, salt, and arable land. Natural hazard of the area is flooding. The situation has improved since 1989 due to decline in heavy industry and increased environmental concern by postcommunist governments. Historically, an area of conflict because of flat terrain and the lack of natural barriers on the North European Plain. Poland put this stamp out in 1969.
Pointer Poland Stamp... $5.95 each


An Oudry painting on a stamp from Romania issued in 1970 .
Romania is located in Southeastern Europe, bordering the Black Sea. between Bulgaria and Ukraine. It is slightly smaler than Oregon. The climate is temperate; cold, cloudy winters with frequent snow and fog, sunny summers with frequent showers and thunderstorms. They have the following resources petroleum (reserves declining), timber, natural gas, coal, iron, ore, salt, arable land, hydropower. They also have natural hazards of earthquakes, most severe in south and southwest; Geologic structure and climate promote landslides. Environment current issues include woil erosion and degradation; water pollution; air pollution in south from industrial effluents; the capital is Bucharest.
Pointer Romania Stamp... $5.95 each


A second painting issued by Romania 'Pointer and Duck Hunter' issued in 1965 on the left and a third painting "The Hunt" by artist De Gryeff put out in 1970. Beautiful pieces of art work.
Pointer Romania Stamp(left)... $4.95 each
Pointer Romania Stamp(right)... $4.95 each


This stamp was issued by Russia in 1963.
Pointer Russia Stamp... $4.95 each


San Marino is a republic in southern Europe, an enclave in northern Italy, east of Florence. San Marino is one of the smallest republics in the world, covering about 24 square miles. In 1940, movie producer Darryl Zanuck thought it would make a pretty backdrop for his film, "Prince of Foxes." So he rented the whole country.
Pointer San Marino Stamp 1(left)... $4.95 each
Pointer San Marino Stamp 1(right)... $4.95 each


A stamp from San Marino from 1956. It is an elegant stamp but small compared to normal size.
Pointer San Marino Stamp... $4.95 each


Two more wqonderful stamps from San Marino, an artists rendition of the hunter and dogs.
Pointer San Marino Stamp 2(left)... $4.95 each
Pointer San Marino Stamp 2(right)... $4.95 each


Sharjah put out a set of stamps in 1972 and did not issue another set until these stamps in 2000.
Sharjah is the third largest of the seven states, which forms the United Arab Emirates that became fully independent in 1971. From that time, it has attracted attention -- first because of its oil reserves and its strategic location but now in addition to those, because of its program of economic and social development. In the last quarter of the twentieth century, the UAE has witnessed the creation of a truly modern welfare state. Education, health care and social services are available to all citizens.
Pointer Sharjah Stamp... $4.95 each


Somalia, also called the Somali Democratic Republic, is located on the Horn of Africa, the easternmost part of the African continent. Although it gained its independence in 1960, nearly constant unrest has kept it from establishing a lasting presence in the area. This stamp was issued in 2000.
Pointer Somalia Stamp... $4.95 each


Driving along the far north coast of Scotland, the question one is asked more often than most from visitors is "What island is that?", as they point to the pretty little island two miles off the coast. This then will more often than not lead to a long discussion on the history of Stroma, a once thriving Scottish community that is left today to the sheep and cattle.
To the naked eye looking over to the island from mainland Canisbay or John O'Groats, one can easily imagine that Stroma is still very much alive. the buildings are clearly visible and one could imagine sight of their occupants. But thru the eyes of binoculars it quickly becomes apparent that the buildings no longer protect islanders from the elements but rather are shelter for the sheep who today are the only full-time inhabitants. It has become now as other populated islands have become deserted monuments to human 'progress'. The final death of Stroma came in 1961. The two mile stretch of unfriendly and dangerous water between Stroma and the mainland was the main reason for the total depopulation of the island. many would not have left Stroma if transport to and from the island could have been easier. No bridge or proper ferry service was ever provided.
This stamp is from 1969. Maybe in memory of Stroma.
Pointer Stroma Stamp... $4.95 each


This stamp came from a set issued by Tanzania in 1994.
Tanzania, the largest country in East Africa, is renowned for its magnificent wildlife, lakes, mountains, and scenery. The country boasts a wealth of natural attractions, including the famed Ngorongoro crater and the formidable Mount Kilimanjaro. It is also home to magnificent game reserves: Gombe Stream National Park, with its chimpanzee sanctuary; and the breathtaking plains of the Serengeti National Park, which hosts the annual migration of at least two million wildebeest with leopards and lions hot on their heels. Add to this the lovely beaches of the exotic islands of Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia.
Pointer Tanzania Stamp... $4.95 each


This stamp came from a set issued by Tatarstan in 2000.
Tatarstan is one of the former Russian states along the Volga River. It has been independent since 1994, but even a thousand years ago, it was known as Islam's Northern Mecca.
Pointer Tatarstan Stamp... $4.95 each


A 1999 stamp from the Turks & Caicos Islands.
The Turks & Caicos Islands, part of the British West Indies, are a dependency of Great Britain and are located at the SE end of the Bahama Islands. Of about 50 Islands, only six are inhabited. The estimated population, in 1999, was just under 17,000.
Pointer Turks and Caicos Stamp... $4.95 each


The economy in Russia since the break up of the Soviet Union has such high inflation that stamps that were previously issued are not of enough value to mail a letter any more, so to remedy the situation, the local Post Offices have taken blocks of five "old" printed stamps and overprinted them with a new image and a new value. The Pointer shown above is one of these "Russian Overprints" from Udmurtia. These stamps come in a set of five different colored stamps all with the same overprint. Last time that I got in some overprints, I assumed that they would remain available. I was wrong and I never saw more copies of those. I expect these to be equally as rare and collectable. There is no telling how many of the overprints they produced (not many), since they were never designed to be sold on the world market. They are of value only for a short while until the actual stamps can be printed. Unfortunately I have not been able to get the actual stamp that replaced the overprint.
Pointer Overprint from Udmurtia... $12.95 each set of 5 colors


What a lovely German Wirehair Pointer stamp by Udmurtia in 1999.
Udmurtia is approximately midway between Moscow to the Urals. Its land is a hilly wooden plain with numerous swamps, springs and rivers. Its climate is considered a bit too wet and not healthy. Summer is short, rainy and cool; autumn is very cloudy (often there are almost no sunny days from October till January), foggy and rainy. This not very friendly land was originally inhabited by Udmurts (or Votyaks). These peaceful and quiet Finnish people maintained their culture heritage there at least for five thousand years. Their religion is also ancient. They worship the God (called Inmar, The Highest Being) and His assistants governing various elements. With the dissolution of the Soviet Union, Udmurtia became one of the local republics and as such they now issue stamps including this lovely Pointer.
Pointer Udmurtia Stamp... $4.95 each


This stamp from Uganda was issued in 1993.
Uganda achieved independence from the UK in 1962. The dictorial regime of Idi AMIN (1971-1979) was responsible for the deaths of some 300,000 opponents; Guerilla war and human rights abuses under Milton OBOTE (1980-85) claimed another 100,000 lives. During the 1990's the government promulgated non-party presidential and legislative elections. Uganda is located in eastern Africa, west of Kenya. The climate is tropical; generally rainy with two dry seasons (December-February, June to August). Uganda is landlocked; fertile, well-watered country with many lakes and rivers. English is the official Language, taught in grade schools. The capital is Kampala. Coffee is the major export crop and accounts for the bulk of export revenues.
Pointer Uganda Stamp... $4.95 each


This stamp was taken from a painting by Sessions titled "Grousse Shooting" and was issued by Yemen in 1968.
North Yemen and South Yemen were formally unified as the Repiublic of Yemen in 1990. In 2000, Saudi Arabia and Yemen agreed to a delimitation of their border.
The location of Yemen is in theMiddle East, bordering the Arabian sea, Gulf of Aden, and Red Sea, between Oman and Saudi Arabia. It is slightly larger than twice the size of Wyoming. The climate is mostly desert; hot and humid along west coast, temperate in western mountains affected by seasonal monsoon; extraordinarily hot, dry, harsh desert in east. Yemen is one of the poorest countries in the Arab world.
Pointer Yemen Stamp... $4.95 each

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Pointers Souvenir Sheets


In 1525 Portuguese navigators in search of the Spice Islands (Indonesia) came upon Yap and Ulithi, now in Micronesia. Spanish expeditions later made the first European contact with the rest of the Caroline Islands. Spain claimed sovereignty over the Caroline Islands until 1899. At that time, Spain withdrew from its Pacific insular areas and sold its interests to Germany, except for Guam which became a US insular area. Japan took over during World War II and by the War's conclusion most infrastructure had been laid waste by bombing, and the islands and people had been exploited by the Japanese Military to the point of impoverishment. After the war, the United Nations set up a trust that was administered by the US. On July 12, 1978 the people voted in a referendum to form a Federation under the Constitution of the Federated States of Micronesia.
Pointer Souvenir Sheet from Micronesia... $5.95 each




Sierra Leone was a British colony to which freed slaves returned in the late 1700's. After Independence in 1961, a small political elite, who exclusively profited from the lucrative trade in diamonds, dominated successive governments. Little of this national income trickled down to benefit the rest of the population. After much fighting and insurrection the UN was finally convinced to send a peacekeeping force that was in the news for many months.
Pointer Souvenir Sheet from Sierra Leone... $14.95 each



Driving along the far north coast of Scotland, the question one is asked more often than most from visitors is "What island is that?", as they point to the pretty little island two miles off the coast. This then will more often than not lead to a long discussion on the history of Stroma, a once thriving Scottish community that is left today to the sheep and cattle.
To the naked eye looking over to the island from mainland Canisbay or John O'Groats, one can easily imagine that Stroma is still very much alive. The buildings are clearly visible and one could imagine sight of their occupants. But thru the eyes of binoculars it quickly becomes apparent that the buildings no longer protect islanders from the elements but rather are shelter for the sheep who today are the only full-time inhabitants. It has become now as other populated islands have become deserted monuments to human 'progress'. The final death of Stroma came in 1961. The two mile stretch of unfriendly and dangerous water between Stroma and the mainland was the main reason for the total depopulation of the island. Many would not have left Stroma if transport to and from the island could have been easier. No bridge or proper ferry service was ever provided.
Pointer Souvenir Sheet from Isle of Stroma... $5.95 each



Tadjikistan plays a fascinating role in the power struggle in central Asia. After the dissolution of the Soviet Union and the declaration of independence by the former Soviet republics, Tadjikistan acquired national sovereignty for the first time in history. Inexperience, in conjunction with a particular clan-oriented, regional-based, political culture established the foundation for the prolonged conflict that ensued in post-Soviet Tadjikistan. The intensity of this conflict has been further fueled by the ethnic and historical externalities of the unresolved political situation in Afghanistan.
Today, Russia's interests in Tadjikistan center around preserving its economic and geopolitical position in Central Asia. These interests, however, conflict with those of the newly independent states in the region, which are focused on preventing Tadjikistan from becoming a "Russian protectorate." In this respect, resolution of the civil war in Tadjikistan is part of the broader problems of reconstituting global spheres of influence and establishing a "new world order" in the wake of the Soviet collapse.
In addition to the seemingly obvious military, strategic, and geopolitical factors, there are critical economic issues that underlie Russia's interests in retaining Tadjikistan within its sphere of influence. Tadjikistan is a mountainous country, rich in fuel and mineral deposits. Tadjikistan's potential to generate hydroelectric power is second only to Russia among CIS member states. Moreover, not so long ago, Tadjikistan was Moscow's main supplier of several minerals, as well as cotton. Finally, the country has the resources and infrastructure to become a major industrial power in the region.
This country is worth studying on its own and now it has issued some of the nicest stamps available from any country.
This is probably one of the most amazing mini sheets ever produced. There are eighteen breeds represented and they have managed to run a perforation line through all but one. My, what an accomplishment. The German Short Hair Pointer is shown enlarged to the left.
Pointer Souvenir Sheet from Tadjikistan... $7.95 each




The Togolese Republic is in West Africa, bordered by Ghana and Benin.
Pointer Souvenir Sheet from Togolese... $7.95 each




In 1974, ethnic differences within the British Colony of the Gilbert and Ellice Islands caused the Polynesians of the Ellice Islands to vote for separation from the Micronesians of the Gilbert Islands. The following year the Ellice Islands became the separate British colony of Tuvalu. Independence was granted in 1978. In 2000, Tuvalu negotiated a contract leasing its Internet domain name "tv" for $50 million in royalties over the next dozen years. The climate is tropical, moderated by easterly trade winds (March to November); westerly gales and heavy rain (November to March). It is one of the smallest countries on earth. The capital is Funafuti, note - adminstrative offices are located in Vaiaku Village on Fongfale Islet. Tuvalu does not have an embassy in the U.S. It does, however, have an UN office in New York City.
Pointer Souvenir Sheet 1 from Tuvalu... $7.95 each



Tuvalu consists of a densely populated, scattered group of nine coral atolls about one-half of the way from Hawaii to Australia. The island is about 0.1 times the size of Washington, DC. In 1974, ethnic differences within the British colony of the Gilbert and Ellice Islands caused Polynesians of the Ellice Islands to vote for separation from the Micronesians of the Gilbert Islands. The following year, the Ellice Islands became the separate British colony of Tuvalu. Independence was granted in 1978. In 2000, Tuvalu negotiated a contract leasing its Internet domain name "tv" for 50 million in royalties over the next dozen years. The climate is tropical moderated by easterly trade winds spring and summer and westerly gales and heavy rains in the fall and winter. "Tuvalu" means 'group of eight' referring to the country's eight traditionally inhabited islands.
Pointer Souvenir Sheet 2 from Tuvalu... $7.95 each



Uganda achieved independence from the UK in 1962. The dictorial regime of Idi AMIN (1971-1979) was responsible for the deaths of some 300,000 opponents; Guerilla war and human rights abuses under Milton OBOTE (1980-85) claimed another 100,000 lives. During the 1990's the government promulgated non-party presidential and legislative elections. Uganda is located in eastern Africa, west of Kenya. The climate is tropical; generally rainy with two dry seasons (December-February, June to August). Uganda is landlocked; fertile, well-watered country with many lakes and rivers. English is the official Language, taught in grade schools. The capital is Kampala. Coffee is the major export crop and accounts for the bulk of export revenues.
Pointer Souvenir Sheet from Uganda... $7.95 each




Zambia become an independent nation in 1964, but this is the first time that they have issued a set of dog stamps.
Pointer Souvenir Sheet from Zambia
... $11.95 each

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Pointer Envelopes


This envelope is a "First Day of Issue" dated Sept. 18, 1996 from the Isle of Man.
The Isle of Man is set in the Irish Sea, midway between England, Scotland, N. Ireland and Wales. Known also as "Mann", the strongly independent Island has the oldest continuous parliament in the world, Tynwald. Each of these working dogs is shown doing their job. The Pointer is doing his job, flushing the birds for the hunter.
Pointer Envelope from Isle of Man... $24.95 each



This lovely envelope is a 'First Day of Issue' by the Philatelic Society commemorating "Dogs". The envelope was issued by Malta in 2001. There are four wonderful stamps affixed to the front of the envelope. I don't have any information on why these particular dogs were chosen. However, if you have an interest in collecting stamps for one of these breeds, this is your chance to acquire this awesome envelope and the stamp for the price of the envelope alone. I have only ONE envelope.
Great Britain formally acquired possession of Malta in 1814. The island staunchly supported the UK through both World Wars and remained in the Commonwealth when it became independent in 1964. A decade later Malta became a republic. Over the last 15 years, the island has become a major freight transshipment point, financial center, and tourist destination. It is an official candidate for EU membership. Malta is located in Southern Europe, islands in the Mediteranean Sea, south of Sicily(Italy). The climaate: Mediterranean with mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers. Ethnic groups: Maltese (descendants of anciet Carthaginians and Phoenicians, with strong elements of Italian and other Mediterranean stock) The religion is Roman Catholic 91%. The Capital is Valletta.
Pointer Envelope from Malta... $9.95 each



For your collection. ONE ONLY. Don't miss out on this rare find. A chance to get the First Day Cover (1982) envelope from Romania and a lovely pointer stamp for the price of the envelope alone. The stamp is shown above under Romania in the stamp section, sold separately from the envelope.
Romania is located in Southeastern Europe, bordering the Black Sea. between Bulgaria and Ukraine. It is slightly smaller than Oregon. The climate is temperate; cold, cloudy winters with frequent snow and fog, sunny summers with frequent showers and thunderstorms. They have the following resources petroleum (reserves declining), timber, natural gas, coal, iron, ore, salt, arable land, hydropower. They also have natural hazards of earthquakes, most severe in south and southwest; Geologic structure and climate promote landslides. Environment current issues include soil erosion and degradation; water pollution; air pollution in south from industrial effluents; the capital is Bucharest.
Pointer Envelope from Romania... $9.95 each



Russia or Russian Federation, independent republic in eastern Europe and northern Asia, the worlds largest country by area. Russia was once the largest and the most prominent republic of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics(USSR, or Soviet Union). In 1991 the USSR broke apart and Russia became an independent country. In general, Russia's climate is similar to that of Canada. Like Canada, although colder and with greater temperature extremes in many places, most of Russia has a harsh continental climate. although climate, and to some dgree soils, limit the country's agricultural wealth. mineral wealth is considerable. Russia's mineral resources are unmatched by any other country. The capital and largest city is Moscow. Russia constitutes more than one-ninth of the world's land area and nearly twice the area of United States or china. Russia is the sixth most populous country, after China, India, the United States, Indonesia, and Brazil. The wealthy, known as the New Rich or New Russians, since 1991, often live quite extravagantly. However, approximately a quarter of the population live in poverty and another 25 to 30 percent earn only slightly more than poverty wages. Many of the elderly, mostly women on fixed incomes, are poor.
Pointer Envelope from Russia... $4.95 each

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* Truly one of the cheapest unique treats for yourself or a friend (great for club trophies as well!)

* It is absolutely true that you will often find some of these stamps at very reasonable prices -- some can be had for under a dollar. On the other hand, if you add in the gas, hours, and hassles that it has taken to find them, you may find it easier to just get them from us while we have them :*) I don't always count on getting more in the near future. I get them when I can find them and the stock is not always constant.

* I do have other breeds available. Let me know and perhaps I can do a page for your breed.

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