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This stamp from Abkhazia was issued in 1999.
The economy in the former Soviet Union is in very sad shape. To bolster their income, the independent Russian states have started issuing topical stamps in the hope that the world market will buy them and not require the associated postal services. As of this date Abkhazia is a fragment of the old USSR, its either a part of Georgia or a new country, depending on who you ask. They started printing their own passports in Oct.. 1998, but it's unclear how universally they will be recognized. The Republic of Abkhazia covers 3,300 square miles between the eastern shores of the Black Sea and the crestline of the main Caucasus range, from the rivers Psou(in the North) and ingur (in the South). The coastal valleys are humid and subtropical. At higher altitudes the weather ranges from moderately cold to such freezing temperatures that the snow never melts.
Springer Spaniel Abkhazia Stamp... $5.95 each

Albania is located 9in southeastern Europe, bordering the Adriatic Sea and Ionian Sea, between Greece and Serbia and Montenegro. It is slightly smaller than Maryland. The climate is mild temperate; cool, cloudy, wet winters; hot, clear, dry summers; interior is cooler and wetter. The terrain is mostly mountains and hills; small plains along coast. The natural hazards are destructive earthquakes; tsunamis occur along southwestern coast; floods and drought. Their religion is 70% Muslim. Poor and backward by European standards, Albania is making the difficult transition to a more modern open-market economy. Severe energy shortages are forcing small firms out of business, increasing unemployment, scaring off foreign investors, and spurring inflation. They have the poorest telephone service in Europe with fewer than two telephones per 100 inhabitants; it is doubtful that every village has telephone service.
Springer Spaniel Albania Stamp... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel
stamp from Antigua & Barbuda

Antigua & Barbuda are a pair of sister islands in the north east Caribbean that became a nation when Great Britain "gave them their freedom." The two islands are not always at ease with each other since Barbuda contains 40% of the land but only 10% of the people and they prefer to not be developed by outsiders. In 1994, they put out two sets of stamps in honor of The Year of the Dog. There were 12 large breeds and 12 small breeds. This lovely Dalmatian was in the set of large breeds. This is a fairly common stamp.
Springer Spaniel Antigua and Barbuda Stamp... $4.95 each

Batum is a local Russian state just south of the Black Sea, near Turkey. It is a Black Sea oil port at the end of an oil line. In 1878 its turbulent modern history began when it was taken by Russia from Turkey. Following the fall of the Tsar, the caucasion peoples reasserted their independence and Turkey saw its chance to win back old territory. Its troops entered Batum in april 1918. From this time date letters handstamped Batumskaya Kontora during a shortage of stamps at the Post Office and thus begins Batums philatelic history.
Springer Spaniel Batum Stamp... $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 2000.
Springer Spaniel Buriatia Stamp 1... $4.95 each

This is another stamp put out by Buriatia, one year earlier than the stamp above, in 1999.
Springer Spaniel Buriatia Stamp 2... $4.95 each

Cambodia is located in southeastern Asia, bordering the Gulf of Thailand, between Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos. It is slightly smaller than Oklahoma. The climate is tropical, rainy, monsoon season (May to November); dry season (December to April; little seasonal temperature variation. The terrain is mostly low, flat plains; mountains in southwest and north. The natural hazards are the monsoonal rains; flooding; occasional droughts. The current issues are illegal logging activities throughout the contry and strip mining for gems in the western region along the border with Thailand. Ethnic groups nsist of Khmer 90%, Vietnamese 5%, Chinese 1%, and others 4%. The languages are the official Khmer 95%, French and English. The government consists of multiparty democracy under a constitutional monarchy established on September 1993. The capital is Phnom Penh.
Springer Spaniel Cambodia Stamp... $5.95 each

Springer Spaniel
stamp from Central Africa

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.
Springer Spaniel Central Africa Stamp... $5.95 each

Springer Spaniel
stamp from Davaar Scotland

Davaar is an island off the edge of Scotland. There seem to be three or four of these whose major source of income is issueing topical stamps for sales around the world.
Springer Spaniel Davaar, Scotland Stamp... $5.95 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.
Springer Spaniel Evenkia Stamp... $5.95 each

Springer Spaniel
stamp from Great Britain

United Kingdom, constitutional monarchy in northwestern Europe, officially the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Great Britain is the largest island in the cluster of islands, or archipelago, known as the British Isles. England is the largest and most populous division of the island of Great Britain, making up the south and east. The capital of the United Kingdom is the city of London, situated near the southeaster tip of England. The term England should never be used to describe Britain, because England is only one part of the island. The United Kingdom is a small nation, roughly the size of Colorado or Oregon. The climate, in general, is mild, chilly, and often wet. Rain or overcast skies can be expected for up to 300 days per year. In general, British subjects belong to one of the more affluent states of Europe and enjoy a high standard of living compared to the rest of the world. Britain has been important in the arts throughout modern times.
Springer Spaniel Great Britain Stamp... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel
stamp from Grenada Grenadines

Grenada is described as a spice island, since 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, specially 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. Grenada has two dependencies in the Grenadines chain, Carriacou and Petit (often spelt Petite) Martinique.
Springer Spaniel Grenada Stamp(left)... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel Grenada Stamp(right)... $4.95 each

Grunay is a Scottish local post in Skeoris, Shetland Island. A local post is an independent mail system not operated by a Postal system. If local post stamps are used on envelopes that are to be mailed outside the local area they also must bear official postage stamps in order to be delivered. The most northerly part of the British Isles, Shetland comprises over 100 Islands of which fewer than 20 are inhabited. Grunay is largely uninhabited.
Springer Spaniel Grunay, Scotland Stamp... $4.95 each

Guinea is partial heir to the series of west African empires that, at their height before the arrival of the Europeans, cast significant political and commercial influence over many peoples from Guinea's Atlantic coast to the southern edge of the Sahara. The empires of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai spanned the period from about the 10th to the 15th centuries. French military penetration into the area began in the mid-19th century. Guinea became an independent republic in 1958.
Springer Spaniel Guinea Stamp... $4.95 each

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 institutuins, 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.
Springer Spaniel Hakasia Stamp... $4.95 each

Aren't these lovely body poses of the Springer Spaniel issued by Ingushetia!
Ingushetia is one of the 21 Russian republics, which are the administrative units with the greatest amount of autonomy within the Russian Federation. It was part of a joint Chechen-Ingush autonomous republic from 1936 until 1991, when Chechnya declared independence and the Ingush separated from the republic.
Springer Spaniel Ingushetia Stamp(left)... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel Ingushetia Stamp(right)... $4.95 each

Now we have these nifty headstudies from ingushetia issued in 2001.
Springer Spaniel Ingushetia Stamp... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel
stamp from Jewish Republic

This stamp was issued by the Jewish Republic in 2000.
Jewish Republic is another local Russian state near Siberia.
Springer Spaniel Jewish Republic Stamp 1... $5.95 each

Another Springer Spaniel issue from Jewish Republic.
Springer Spaniel Jewish Republic Stamp 2... $5.95 each

Kalmykia is a republic within the Russian Federation. The Kalmyks settled the Volga River region in the seventeenth century. A Mongol people, they were originally Buddhist in faith. Annexed to Russian in 1771, a Kalmyk Autonomous Province was created by the Bolsheviks in 1920. This was abolished during the Second World War, when, in common with many other ethnic minorities, the Kalmyks were deemed to have displayed insufficient enthusiasm for fighting for Communism. The customary mass deportations followed. An Autonomous Republic was re-established in 1958.
Springer Spaniel Kalmykia Stamp(left)... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel Kalmykia Stamp(right)... $4.95 each

This stamp was put out by Karelia 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.
Springer Spaniel Karelia Stamp 1... $4.95 each

This stamp was put out by Karelia in 2001.
Karjala and Karelia are one and the same country. It is an autonomous republic within Russia with 800,00 inhabitants, only 11.1% are Karelian. Russians are the vast majority. About 90,00 people speak Karelian (Uralic language close to Finnish) out of an ethnic group out of 145,00 in Russia. 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.
Springer Spaniel Karelia Stamp 2... $4.95 each

Together with Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan forms a region known as Central Asia. The area of Kyrgyzstan is almost completely mountainous and is subject to major earthquakes. It declared its independence with the downfall of the Soviet Empire in 1991. The set of stamps that this one comes from was issued in 1999.
Springer Spaniel Kyrgyzstan Stamp... $4.95 each

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.
Springer Spaniel Micronesia Stamp... $4.95 each

Mongolia is located in Northern Asia, between China and Russia. It is slightly smaller than Alaska. The climate is desert, large daily and seasonal temperature ranges. The Gobi Desert is located in the south-central region. Mongolia has dust storms, grassland and forest fires, drought, and "zud" which is harsh winter conditions. The people have limited natural fresh water resources in some areas. The capital is Ulaanbaatar. Mongolia achieved its independence from China July 11, 1921. The unemployment rate is 20%. Mongolia is totally landlocked, therefore economic activity traditionally has been based on agriculture and breeding of livestock.
Springer Spaniel Mongolia Stamp... $5.95 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
Springer Spaniel Mordovia Stamp... $4.95 each

St. Kitts & Nevis are located in the northern part of the Leeward Islands in the eastern Caribbean. Like no other islands in the Caribbean, they seem to embody a kind of lush tropical paradise usually associated with the South Pacific. The atmosphere here is luxuriant, an intoxicating blend of sunlight, sea air and fantastically abundant vegetation. On Nevis, the ground rises upward into a cloud forest filled with elusive green vervet monkeys and brilliant tropical flowers. Nevis was named after the spanish word for snow, not because there was any, but because of the white clouds that encircle the single peak of an island.
Springer Spaniel Nevis Stamp(left)... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel Nevis Stamp(right)... $4.95 each

The State of Oman is one of the United Arab Emirates.
Springer Spaniel State of Oman Stamp 1... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel State of Oman Stamp 2... $4.95 each

In the disastrous War of the Triple Alliance (1865-70), Paraguay lost two-thirds of all adult males and much of its territory. It stagnated economically for the next half century. In the Chaco War of 1932-35, large economically important areas were won from Bolivia. The 35-year military dictatorship of Alfredo STROESSNER was overthrown in 1989, and, despite a marked increase in political infighting in recent years, relatively free and regular presidential elections have been held since then.
Paragury is located in Central South America, northeast of Argentina. It is slightly smaller than California. It has a subtropical to temperate climate. The capital is Asuncion. A large percentage of the population derives their living from agricultutal activity, often on a subsistence basis. It is landlocked; lies between Argentina, Bolivia, and Brazil; the population is concentrated in southern part of the country.
Springer Spaniel Paraguay Stamp 1... $8.95 each

An artists rendition of the Springer, from Paraguay. See above stamp for informaton on Paraguay.
Springer Spaniel Paraguay Stamp 2... $4.95 each

Para Timor produced this lovely body pose and headstudy 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.
Springer Spaniel Para Timor Stamp(left)... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel Para Timor Stamp(right)... $4.95 each

These are included simply because they were the only overprints that were available in past years, in this case 1993. There was a limited number released to the outside world and then they were all gone. These scans are for historical significance only since the originals are absolute collector's items now. Be sure to get a set of the new overprints. As far as I know, there were 100 of each overprint available and the small number of those that I was able to get will be gone very quickly.
Springer Spaniel(Overprint) from Russia... $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 socialisst 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.
Springer Spaniel Russia Stamp... $4.95 each

This stamp was issued in 1995.
Sao Tome E Principe was discovered and claimed by Portugal in the late 15th century, the islands' sugar-based economy gave way to coffee and cocoa in the 19th century - all grown with plantation slave labor, a form of which lingered into the 20th century. Although independence was achieved in 1975, democratic reforms were not instituted until the late 1980s. Though the first free elections were held in 1991, the political environment has been one of continued instability with frequent changes in leadership and coup attempts in 1995 and 2003. The recent discovery of oil in the Gulf of Guinea is likely to have a significant impact on the country's economy. Located in Western Africa, islands in the Gulf of Guinea, straddling the Equator, west of Gabon. It is more than 5 times the size of Wahington, D.C. The climate is tropical; hot humid; one rainy season (October to May).
Springer Spaniel S. Tome E. Principe Stamp 1... $4.95 each

Another artists version of the Springer Spaniel also issued in 1995 by S.Tome E. Principe.
Springer Spaniel S. Tome E. Principe Stamp 2... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel
stamp from St. Vince & the Grenadines

Caribs were the first inhabitants of St. Vincent. Columbus marked the presence of the island on his third voyage in 1498, but didn't go ashore. The Caribs were tenacious, keeping the European conquistadors at bay longer than on any other island.
In 1787, Captain William Bligh set sail from England on the Bounty, bound for Tahiti. The purpose of the voyage, which ended in mutiny, was to collect breadfruit plants and transport them to St. Vincent for use as food for slaves. In 1793 Bligh eventually arrived in St. Vincent on another ship loaded with breadfruit seedlings. The fruit would make the island famous. To this day, bananas are the main export from the island.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines achieved independence in 1979. The islands have produced many stamps over the years, including this Australian Terrier from 1998.
Springer Spaniel St. Vincent and the Grenadines Stamp... $7.95 each

Sakhalin is a very long but narrow island located between Japan and Russian Maritime Territory. It is separated from the continent by a narrow strait of 6 km width and for that reason, Westerners first thought it should be a peninsula. With the Kuril Islands, Sakhalin is one of the territories disputed between Japan and Russia and its belonging has not yet been definitely settled. In 1997, the local government started issuing stamps.
Springer Spaniel Sakhalin Island Stamp... $4.95 each

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. This darling puppy stamp was issued in 2000, the first time that Sharjah has issued dogs stamps since 1972.
Springer Spaniel Sharjah Stamp(left)... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel Sharjah Stamp(right)... $4.95 each

Puppies from Sharjah.
Springer Spaniel Sharjah Stamp... $4.95 each

The Republic of Somaliland (North West of Somalia) situated on the tip of the Horn of Africa, was formed in 1991 after separating from southern Somalia. The people of Somaliland experienced more than three years of bitter civil war (1988-1991) resulting in the deaths of nearly 60,000 people, massisive displacement both internal and to other countries, and a near total destruction of infrastructure, communications systems, banking and public services.
Following a period of inter-clan conflict, the Somali people have settled internal disputes using traditional peace-building methods, and they have started to rehabilitate amd reconstruct their damaged country. A stable administration has been formed, with a smooth transition of leadership following the death of former President Mohamed Ibrahim Egal, in May 2002. Demobilisation of former militia fighters into a national police force and army has created an environment of security within national boundaries.
Springer Spaniel Republic of Somaliland Stamp(left)... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel Republic of Somaliland Stamp(right)... $4.95 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 including this Springer Spaniel that was issued in 2002.
Springer Spaniel Tadjikistan Stamp 1... $4.95 each

This wonderful Springer Spaniel stamp was issued in 1999. For information on Tadjikistan see the stamp above.
Springer Spaniel Tadjikistan Stamp 2... $4.95 each

This really neat English Springer Spaniel stamp was also issued in 1999. For information on Tadjikistan see the stamps above.
Springer Spaniel Tadjikistan Stamp 3... $4.95 each

This stamp was issued in 1993.
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.
Springer Spaniel Tanzania Stamp... $4.95 each

The above stamps were issued by Touva in 1999.
Touva (often spelled Tuva) is a country in the southern area of Siberia. It's a unique place with the landscapes ranging from the desert to the permafrost, and local fauna-from camels to reindeers. Touva is known as almost the only place in the world where shamanism, a very ancient religion, is preserved, kept and cultivated in its original form.
The republic of Touva lies at the upper reaches of the Siberian Yenisey River and forms a barrier between Russia and Mongolia. Since its independence from the former Soviet Union, Tuva continues to struggle to work on the appropriate way to safeguard and develop its own identity and sovereignty going through the difficult changes from a command-orientated planned economy towards an open market economy. Like so many other former Russian states, the diversity of the people is starting to be felt as the original culture, traditions and religion are gaining more followers.
Springer Spaniel Touva Stamp(left)... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel Touva Stamp(right)... $4.95 each

A beautiful stamp of Springer Spaniel puppies also from Touva.
Springer Spaniel Touva Stamp... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel
stamp from Turkmenistan

This stamp was issued in 2000 by Turkmenistan.
Annexed by Russia between 1865 and 1885, Turkmenistan became a Soviet republic in 1925. It achieved its independence upon the dissolution of the USSR in 1991. President NIYAZOV retains absolute control over the country and opposition is not tolerated. Extensive Hudrocarbon/natural gas reserves could prove a boon to this underdeveloped country if extraction and delivery projects were to be expanded. Turkmenistan is on the east side of the Caspian Sea, just above Iran. It is slightly larger than California in size. Its terrain is flat-to-rolling sandy desert with dunes rising to mountains in the south; low mountains along border with Iran; borders Caspian Sea in west. The religion is Muslim 89%, Eastern Orthodox 9%, unknown 2%. The capital is Ashgabsat.
Springer Spaniel Republic of Turkmenistan Stamp... $4.95 each

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 Springer Spaniel.
Springer Spaniel Udmurtia Stamp 1... $4.95 each

This stamp was issued in 2002 by Udmurtia. For information on Udmurtia see the stamp above.
Springer Spaniel Udmurtia Stamp 2... $4.95 each

This stamp was issued in 2002 by Udmurtia. For information on Udmurtia see the stamps above.
Springer Spaniel Udmurtia Stamp 3... $4.95 each

Viet Nam is located in southeastern Asia, bordering the Gulf of Thailand, Gulf of Tonkin, and South China Sea, alongside China, Laos and Cambodia. It is slightly larger than New Mexico. The climate is tropical in south; monosoonal on north with hot, rainy season (mid-May to mid-September) and warm, dry season (mid-October to mid-March). The terrain is low, flat delta in south and north; hilly, mountainous in far north and northwest. Natural hazards are occasional typhoons with extensive flooding. Vietnamese is the official language with English increasingly favored as a second language with some French, chinese, and Khumer. It is a communist state with Hanoi the capital. The people achieved their independence from France on Sept. 2, 1945. VietNam is a poor, densely populated country that has had to recover from the ravages of war, the loss of financial support from the old soviet bloc, and the rigidities of a central planned economy. This stamp was issued in 1999.
Springer Spaniel Viet Nam Stamp... $4.95 each

Springer Spaniel Souvenir Sheets

Laos is located in southeastern Asia, northeast of Thailand, west of Vietnam. Burma, Cambodia, China, Thailand and Vietnam all border Laos. Laos is slightly larger than Utah. The climate is tropical monsoon. Laos is a Communist state. They gained their independence from France on July 19, 1949. The government of Laos - one of the few remaining official Communist states - began decentralizing control and encouraging private enterprise in 1986. Laos is the world's third-largest illicit opium producer. It has a population of 5,777,180.
Springer Spaniel Souvenir Sheet from Laos... $9.95 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.
Springer Spaniel Souvenir Sheet from Somalia... $9.95 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 Englisah Springer Spaniel is shown enlarged to the left.
Springer Spaniel Souvenir Sheet from Tadjikistan... $7.95 each

* We can take visa, mastercard, discover, or PayPal. We try to keep all stamps in stock, so we probably have the ones that you are looking for.

* 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.

~*~ Francie Stull ~*~
729 Mercer Rd., Bowling Green, KY 42101
Toll free (800) 658-6699, (270) 777-0744

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