Marshall Islands Commemorates the 400th Anniversary of the King James Bible!
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On May 2, 2011, the Marshall Islands Postal Service issued 12 new stamps
celebrating the 400th Anniversary of the King James Bible.
In 1567, James Charles Stuart was crowned King James VI of Scotland at the
age of just 13 months. Reared by tutors, he became one of history's most
learned and intellectually curious monarchs. His writings were among the most
influential of their period, and his book, -- Basilicon Doron --
or "the Kingly Gift" -- became a bestseller.
In 1603, he ascended
to the English throne and became King James I of England as well.
Perhaps King James is best known for commissioning a
new translation of the Holy Bible. The Authorized King James Version
-- begun in 1604 and completed in 1611 -- has
eclipsed all previous and subsequent versions
of the Bible. In 2011, the world celebrates the King James Bible's 400th
Anniversary.
Place your order today for this special sheet
depicting the Twelve Apostles!
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Stamps of the Marshall Islands ... A Delight to Collectors the World Over
The fascinating history and pristine beauty of the Marshall Islands,
set in more than a million square miles of the Pacific, inspires its
stamps. From the first issue in 1984, these miniature works of art have
encompassed a striking range of topicality, beauty and interest.
Now, through the Stamps and Philatelic Center of the Republic of the Marshall
Islands, the highly sought-after postage stamps of the Marshall Islands are
within your reach. In fact, you can start building your own collection
today, with new issues delivered directly to your door -- conveniently
and systematically through a Standing Order
for the same Face value prices you'd pay at any post office in Majuro!
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