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Philatelia '24 - Quiz Competition

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

This stamp is regarded by many philatelists as the world’s most famous rare stamp. It was issued in limited numbers in British Guiana in 1856 and only one specimen is known to exist. It was sold for 8,307,000 US Dollars to Stanley Gibbons PLC. What is this stamp?

a)

British Guiana 1c Magenta

b)

Penny Black

c)

Inverted Jenny

d)

Blue Mauritius

2.

This Oceanian country has an underwater post office. It is located 50 metres offshore and it is 3 metres below the surface. That post office even has a special cancellation stamp that can be used underwater. What is this country with the only underwater post office in the world?

a)

Fiji

b)

Vanuatu

c)

Tonga

d)

Samoa

3.

This European landlocked country is the only country with a Philatelic and Numismatic Minister of the State. Simon Celli currently holds that post. What is this country also known as the Oldest Republic in the World?

a)

Liechtenstein

b)

Luxembourg

c)

San Marino

d)

Andorra

4.

Poste Italiane is the National Mail System of which country?

a)

France

b)

Spain

c)

Italy

d)

Greece

5.

What is the Mail System started in 1929 for Vatican City and other Italians?

a)

Poste Vaticane

b)

Royal Mail

c)

USPS

d)

Canada Post

6.

Which Royal Couple's wedding was featured on North Korean postage stamps in 1982?

a)

Diana, Princess of Wales and Charles, Prince of Wales

b)

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip

c)

Prince William and Kate Middleton

d)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

7.

Which country issued a commemorative stamp for Robert Burns' 160th Death Anniversary?

a)

Soviet Union (USSR)

b)

United Kingdom

c)

United States

d)

Canada

8.

This country’s postal service issued a commemorative stamp depicting famous scientist Marie Curie (Polish). What is this country formerly occupied by Germany?

a)

Poland

b)

Togo

c)

France

d)

Belgium

9.

First Postal System of Iran used this Asian country’s stamps. What is this Asian country with a 169 years old Postal Service?

a)

China

b)

Japan

c)

India

d)

Thailand

10.

This stamp is the successor of the world’s first stamp. What is this stamp issued in 1840 depicting Queen Victoria?

a)

Penny Red

b)

Penny Black

c)

Two Penny Blue

d)

Three Penny Green

11.

On July 1, 2021, the Isle of Man issued a commemorative to honor Albert Einstein’s general theory of relativity. Who is another famous scientist honored in this series?

a)

Stephen Hawking

b)

Isaac Newton

c)

Marie Curie

d)

Nikola Tesla

12.

Many early USA stamps featured a portrait of George Washington. Who else was depicted on the very first USA general issue in 1847?

a)

Benjamin Franklin

b)

Thomas Jefferson

c)

John Adams

d)

Alexander Hamilton

13.

This mammal can be found on some postal fiscal stamps issued by the Colony of Tasmania in 1848. Who is this egg-laying mammal?

a)

Echidna

b)

Kangaroo

c)

Duck-billed Platypus

d)

Koala

14.

Captain Sturt was the first non-Royal to appear on an Australian stamp in 1930 to commemorate the centenary of his exploration of this river. What is this river, also the longest river in the Oceanian continent?

a)

Darling River

b)

Murray River

c)

Yarra River

d)

Swan River

15.

This country is known for its unique postal system that includes a service called 'Poste Restante', allowing travelers to receive mail at a designated post office. What is this country famous for its rich history and ancient ruins?

a)

Greece

b)

Turkey

c)

Italy

d)

Egypt

16.

This Asian country is home to the world's largest postal network, with over 200,000 post offices. What is this country known for its vast population and rapid technological advancements?

a)

India

b)

China

c)

Indonesia

d)

Pakistan

17.

This famous British stamp, issued in 1935, features a portrait of King George V and is known for its distinctive design. What is the name of this stamp?

a)

Silver Jubilee

b)

Penny Black

c)

Inverted Jenny

d)

Blue Mauritius

18.

This famous stamp, issued in 1948, features a portrait of Mahatma Gandhi and is known for its unique design. What is the name of this stamp?

a)

Gandhi 1 Anna

b)

Penny Black

c)

Blue Mauritius

d)

Inverted Jenny

19.

Which country is known for its extensive use of the 'Poste Restante' service, allowing travelers to collect mail at designated post offices?

a)

Portugal

b)

Italy

c)

Spain

d)

France

20.

This Asian country is recognized for its unique postal system that includes a service called 'Speedpost', which guarantees fast delivery. What is this country known for its technological advancements?

a)

Japan

b)

South Korea

c)

Singapore

d)

Malaysia

21.

What is the name of the first postage stamp ever issued, which features a profile of Queen Victoria?

a)

Two Penny Blue

b)

Penny Red

c)

Penny Black

d)

Three Penny Green

22.

This famous stamp, issued in 1918, is known for its printing error that made it one of the most sought-after stamps in the world. What is this stamp?

a)

Penny Black

b)

Inverted Jenny

c)

British Guiana 1c Magenta

d)

Blue Mauritius

23.

Who first coined the term "Philately"?

a)

Frederick Philbrick

b)

Georges Herpin

c)

Arthur Hind

d)

John Boker

24.

This country is known for its unique postal service that includes a feature called 'Registered Mail', ensuring secure delivery of important documents. What is this country famous for its rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks?

a)

Greece

b)

Italy

c)

France

d)

Spain

25.

Which country issued the world's longest stamp in 2024?

a)

India

b)

United Kingdom

c)

United States

d)

Sri Lanka