Celebrate National Stamp Collecting Month at SM | The Manila Times

IN honor of the 256th founding anniversary of the Philippine Postal Corp. (PHLPost) and National Stamp Collecting Month (NSCM), a 3-day philatelic exhibition — dedicated to the collection of stamps — was held from November 13 to 15. The launch took place at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on November 13.

SM Supermalls Senior Vice President for Marketing Joaquin San Agustin expressed his enthusiasm for the NSCM exhibition, stating, "SM Supermalls is honored to host this significant event, envisioning it as a source of joy for enthusiasts and an opportunity for the younger generation to appreciate the art and history encapsulated in these tiny treasures."

Present at the exhibit are (from left) Philippine Philatelic Federation’s Josefina Cura; Philippine Postal Corp. (PHLPost) Chairman of Board of Directors General Vidal Querol; Department of Tourism Undersecretary for Legal and Special Concerns Mae Elaine Bathan; PHLPost Postmaster General Luis Carlos; Philippine General Insurance Inc. President James Coyiuto and SM Supermalls Senior Vice President for Marketing Joaquin San Agustin. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Joining the unveiling of the Dogs in Philippine History Special Stamps are (from left) Historian Ian Christopher Alfonso; Philippine Historical Association President Francis Navarro; Philippine Postal Corp. (PHLPost) Board of Directors Member Cristina Caringal; PHLPost Postmaster General Luis Carlos; National Commission for Culture and the Arts Chairman Victorino Mapa Manalo; and SM Supermalls Assistant Vice President for Marketing - Special Events Hanna Carinna Sy. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Present at the unveiling of the National Children’s Month Stamps are (from left) stamp collector Ngo Tiong Tak, book illustrator Beth Parrocha, SM Supermalls Senior Vice President for Operations Bien Mateo, Philippine Postal Corp. Postmaster General Luis Carlos and National Authority for Child Care Undersecretary Janella Ejercito Estrada. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

The second day of the event highlighted the debut of the Dogs in Philippine History Special Stamps, inspired by historian Ian Christopher Alfonso's book, "Dogs in Philippine History."

These stamps increased awareness and appreciation for the country's history and treatment of dogs. These stamps featured young Jose Rizal's pet dog, Saver (the iconic aspin from 1990s television), and the Dalmatians of revolutionary writer Marcelo del Pilar, among others.

Philippine Postal Corp. (PHLPost) Postmaster General Luis Carlos addresses the guests at the PHLPost 256th founding anniversary celebration. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Department of Tourism Undersecretary for Legal and Special Concerns Mae Elaine Bathan is the guest speaker at the exhibit launch. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

The ‘Journey in philately’ exhibit honors the Manila Central Post Office Building and the debut of the National Stamp Collecting Month 2023 stamps. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

As the Super Pets Club Project lead and SM Supermalls Assistant Vice President for Marketing - Special Events, Hanna Carinna Sy supported the showcase of pet dogs that aligned with SM's dedicated pet loyalty program.

At the pet show, animal trainer June Lazarte and his Chihuahua, Bullet, showcased tricks and performed the Philippine folk dance, Tinikling.

The Dogs in Philippine History Special Stamps showcase notable figures, including the pet dog of young Jose Rizal and the Dalmatians of revolutionary writer Marcelo del Pilar. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Hanna Carinna Sy, Super Pets Club Project lead and SM Supermalls assistant vice president for Marketing - Special Events, shows support for the event during the launch of Dogs in Philippine History Special Stamps. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

A classic aluminum mailbox that offers convenient letter drop-offs is on display during the 3-day exhibit. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

SM Supermalls Senior Vice President for Marketing Joaquin San Agustin delivers his speech at the exhibit. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

On the third day, PHLPost unveiled the National Children's Month Stamps, influenced by the book of well-known illustrator, Beth Parrocha. The stamps supported National Children's Month, emphasizing children's needs in areas such as physical and mental health, education and overall well-being, and showcasing parents' love and concern for their future.

Other activities included the official signing of stamps and first day cover envelopes, the sale of postage stamps, and national ID registration by the Philippine Statistics Authority.

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