Macao post issued the third series of the Chinese Zodiac, the “Lunar Year of the Tifer”.The stamps combine the different forms of the Tiger and the distinguishing characteristics of “Metal, Wood, Water, Fire and Earth”.
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Lunar Year of the Tiger – Australia
January 14th, 2010 
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1,253 viewsAustralia post issued a postage stamp to commemorate the start of the 2010 Lunar New Year and the Year of the Tiger. The Tiger is the sign of courage. Tiger people are fearless leaders although somewhat unpredictable and emotional.
Year of the Tiger – USA
January 13th, 2010 srmodh 728 viewsUS post will issue a postage stamp of 44c to commemorate the celebration of the new lunar year “The year of Tiger”. The new lunar year will be starting from 14 February 2010.
Year of the Tiger – China
January 13th, 2010 srmodh 2,880 viewsChina post issued a postage stamp to welcome “The Year of Tiger”, which begins from 14 February 2010.According to Chinese lunar calendar, 2010 is Geng-Yin Year, or the Year of the Tiger. The Year of the Tiger is associated with the earthly branch symbol ?. In China the tiger is crowned with the titles “King [...]
Year of the Tiger – Thailand
January 13th, 2010 srmodh 1,249 viewsThai post issued a postage stamp to celebrate the new Chinese year “The Year of Tiger”. The stamp illustrates a native Thai design of the tiger with golden stars constellation. The tiger zodiac uses an tiger as a symbol. According to the royal calendar, the zodiac changes on the 1st of each calendar year.
Year of the Tiger – Canada
January 6th, 2010 srmodh 1,462 viewsTitle: Year of the Tiger Date of Issue: 8 January 2010 Country: Canada Denominations: permanent It’s that time of year again—a time to explore the enchanting world of Chinese astrology; a time to celebrate the fascinating myths, legends and traditions behind this ancient calendar system.
