1231) Wildflowers , Aland: A new Series of Franking Labels issued by Aland Post: Date of issue: 03.02.2020:

1231) Wildflowers , Aland: A new Series of Franking Labels issued by Aland Post: Date of issue: 03.02.2020:

A new Series of Franking Labels has been brought out by Aland Post featuring colourful Wildflowers, which replaces the current series of Woodpeckers on 03.02.2020.

The First Day Cover (FDC) shows a Vilda Blommer flowering stem at left. The four labels issued in the set are affixed at top right.

The Special Cancellation Handstamp shows a wildflower in the centre. The Cancellation is of Mariehamn Post Office and the Cancellation is dated - "03.02.2020".

The Franking Labels feature the wildflowers - Solomon's Seal, Wild Pansy, Brown Knapweed and Marsh Marigold that are found in abundance all over Aland.

A set of four Franking Labels.

Solomon's Seal (Polygonatum odoratum):

Solomon's Seal appears in early summer with white, vanilla scented tubular flowers with green tips. It grows around cairns, on wooded slopes and in swamps.

Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris):

Characteristic in May-June is also the Marsh Marigold with its glossy dark green leaves and bright yellow flowers. It demands a humid habitat.

Wild Pansy (Viola tricolour): 

Wild Pansy flowers are seen throughout the growing season until September. The flowers  are usually multi-coloured but uni-coloured flowers in shades from white to purple may be seen. It is common along the road.

Brown Knapweed (Centaurea jacea):

In late summer, Brown Knapweed is seen from July to September. Growing up to 80.0 cm, the capitular flowers of this herb are purplish-red and a favourite among butterflies.

Technical Details:

Issue Date: 03.02.2020

Designer: Carolina Sundelin

Printer: Walsall Security Printing

Process: Offset

Colours: Four Colours

Size: 56.0 mm x 25 mm (each)

Remarks: Aland Post Stamps sells a series od self-franking labels consisting of four different motifs, all with  the same value

Links:

1) Northern Lights, Aland Islands: A stamp of 1.70 Euro issued by Aland Post on 08.03.2019

2) Wildflowers, Aland: A new Series of Franking Labels issued by Aland Post: Date of issue: 03.02.2020