Hey! Look at That!
Going Postal in SLO - Central Coast Philately
Stamp collecting has long been a stimulating hobby. Also known as "philately," the study of stamps combines current events, geography, history, art and design into a compact package. It is the world's most popular pastime.There is even a Boy Scout merit badge dedicated to the subject.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt was an enthusiastic collector. He was quoted on more than one occasion as saying, "I owe my life to my hobbies, especially stamp collecting." A portion of his vast collection can be seen on display at his home, a National Historic Site, in Hyde Park, New York.
Although far smaller than Roosevelt's collection, this is a sampling of stamps and first day covers from around the Central Coast and Central California.
Stamps
Covers
Text: The Yosemite National Park international rate stamp is part of the U.S. Postal Service's Scenie American Landscapes series, which provides mail recipients a glimpse of America's beautiful national park system. It features an image of the "Gates of the Valley" by renowned outdoor photographer Galen Rowell. - Established on October 1, 1890, Yosemite National Park is larger than the state of Rhode Island and located in the Sierra Nevada. With the impressive Yosemite Valley as its centerpiece, it is known for its waterfalls, granite cliffs and domes, giant sequoia trees, and a diverse array of wildlife and plants. Nearly 95 percent of the park is designated wilderness.
Postcards
Hearst Castle
Jeffers First Day Cancellation Text: Robinson Jeffers,
A Man Dedicated To A Life Of Personal And Artistic Excellence
Mailboxes
