In 1962, Papua New Guinea participated in "The World United Against Malaria" campaign. Papua New Guinea also created malaria slogan cancellations in 1962 but are not part of this article.
| Stamp Data | |
| Catalog #s | Scott 164-166 |
| Issue Date | April 7th, 1962 |
| Printer | Government Stamp Printing Office |
| Process | Engraved |
| Paper | White, Unwatermarked |
| Perforations | 14 x 14 |
Scott 164
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Scott 165
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Scott 166
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Below are examples of what has been catalogued for First Day Cancellation cities on FDCs with Papua New Guinea Scott 164-166 by the MPI.
I just read in "First Days" that there is a book that might have more information on the FDCs from Papua New Guinea. I have just requested the book from the APRL and will report back with any new information, the book title is:
The postal history of Papua New Guinea 1945-1984. Volume 1. [Post offices and postmarks] / /
Papuan Philatelic Society. / Rutherford, V.A. / Harrison, J.H. -- Weymouth, [England]: Papuan Philatelic Society
(Printed by Sloane & Partner),, c1984. (Book) G8161 .P856 P218p [2nd-ed./1984] v.1
*If any reader has other cancellations, please contact me at malariastamps@yahoo.com