Slovenia postage stamp year 2015 20 years of Slovenian post Cancelled
In 2015, Slovenia issued a special commemorative stamp and souvenir sheet to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the independent operation of Pošta Slovenije (Slovenian Post). Although Slovenia became independent in 1991, the postal and telecommunications services were reorganized as a separate independent public company on January 1, 1995.
Stamp Details: 20 Years of Pošta Slovenije
This release is highly regarded by collectors for its clean design and symbolic depiction of the postal service.
- Issue Date: January 30, 2015
- Format: Souvenir Sheet (Blok)
- Face Value: €2.25
- Design: The design typically features a modern interpretation of postal themes, often depicting a mail carrier (postman) or symbolic postal paths.
- Technical Specs:
- Perforation: 13¼ (comb)
- Size: 30 x 37.5 mm (stamp); 60 x 70 mm (sheet)
- Printing: Offset and Lithography
- Print Run: 50,000 copies
- Catalog References: * Michel: SI BL79 (or Mi:SI 1135)
- Yvert: SI BF78
Context & Significance
The year 2015 was a busy one for Slovenian philately. While the 20 Years of Slovenian Post sheet was a highlight for postal history enthusiasts, other notable stamps from that year included:
- Postcrossing Stamp: Slovenia issued its first Postcrossing-themed stamp in May 2015.
- Tourism: A stamp dedicated to the town of Laško.
- Europa Series: The 2015 theme was “Old Toys,” featuring a rocking horse and a children’s car.
