Bosnia – Serbian year 2008 Europa Cept – Writing Letters Set
The EUROPA stamps, issued under the auspices of PostEurop (the association of European public postal operators), are a series of stamps with a common design theme, issued annually by European postal administrations. One of the common themes for EUROPA stamps is promoting letter writing and philately.
The EUROPA CEPT (Conférence Européenne des Administrations des Postes et Télécommunications) stamps often feature designs related to letter writing, postal services, and communication. These stamps aim to celebrate the cultural significance of letter writing and the role of postal services in connecting people across Europe and beyond.
Some common motifs or designs found on EUROPA CEPT stamps related to writing letters include:
- Quill Pens and Ink: Images of quill pens, inkwells, or writing desks symbolize the act of writing letters and the traditional tools used for correspondence before the advent of modern technology.
- Envelopes and Postmarks: Designs featuring envelopes, postage stamps, and postmarks evoke the process of sending and receiving letters through the postal system.
- Mail Carriers and Postboxes: Illustrations of mail carriers, postmen, or postboxes highlight the role of postal workers and infrastructure in delivering letters to their recipients.
- Cultural Symbols: EUROPA CEPT stamps may also incorporate cultural symbols, landmarks, or historical figures associated with letter writing and postal services in European countries.
- Children and Education: Some stamps emphasize the importance of letter writing as a form of communication and expression, particularly among younger generations. These designs may feature children writing letters or participating in educational activities related to philately.
