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Hong Kong The Grand Canal $10 stamp sheetlet MNH 2016
Detailed Description China’s long history and profound cultural legacy have given birth to numerous monuments, natural wonders and heritage sites all over the Mainland. Since ratifying the Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Nat ... Read More
Item Specifics
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Condition
- Mint (NH)
- Stamp Format
- Souvenir Sheet
Item Description
Detailed DescriptionChina’s long history and profound cultural legacy have given birth to numerous monuments, natural wonders and heritage sites all over the Mainland. Since ratifying the Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage in 1985, China has had more than 40 sites inscribed on the World Heritage List by the World Heritage Committee of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and ranks as one of the countries with the largest number of heritage sites. Hongkong Post has been issuing stamp sheetlets on its World Heritage in China Series since 2012 to showcase the priceless natural and cultural gems of the country.
The present issue is the World Heritage in China Series No. 5 stamp sheetlet featuring the Grand Canal. Inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2014, the Grand Canal covers the Sui-Tang Grand Canal, Beijing-Hangzhou Canal and Zhedong Canal, which pass through central and eastern China, as well as quintessential canal sections and major heritage sites. The entire Grand Canal comprises 27 sections with a total length of 1 011 km. As the longest and oldest artificial waterway in the world, the Grand Canal was constructed in sections from the 5th Century BC onwards. In the 7th Century AD, the ruler of the Sui Dynasty first conceived of the Grand Canal as an inland transportation system for conveying grain and strategic raw materials. Today, the Grand Canal still plays an important role in communication, transportation, irrigation and water supply, and continues to be a major transportation route for the regions it flows through.
Designed in the style of Chinese ink painting and enhanced by computer graphics, the stamp sheetlet depicts the picturesque view of the Grand Canal in winter snow. Scenic attractions along the canal are also added to the overall design. For example, the three-arched stone bridge in the centre is the iconic Gongchen Bridge at the end of the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Hangzhou, while the archway at the top is the Memorial Archway of Ancient Dongguan Dock in Yangzhou. The Grand Canal not only facilitates the exchange of supplies between the north and south of China, but also demonstrates the wisdom and courage of the Chinese over the centuries, and the country’s remarkable achievements in hydraulic engineering.
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Shipping & Handling Time
Most of the items (except Pre-order items and FDC) will be sent out WITHIN 1 BUSINESS DAY after you pay the invoice. Please review the positive feedback from the buyers. The actual delivery time varies due to the destination.
Shipping & Handling Fee
I am trying to offer the lowest shipping fee if possible. The item will be sent out via USPS standard mail (or first class mail) with no tracking number. I will take a picture of the package as proof of delivery. The shipping fee is listed as below -
* First item (USA) - BETWEEN USD $1.17 AND USD $2.29, DEPENDS ON THE SIZE
* First Item (International) - BETWEEN USD $1.83 AND USD $5.84, DEPENDS ON THE DESTINATION
* Each eligible additional item (USA / International) - USD $0.10 (see combined shipping discount), independent of size and destination
Combined Shipping Discount
The combined shipping discount can be applied only on the items showing up in the same invoice. Each eligible additional item will be charged an additional of USD $0.10 as the shipping fee. If you have any question, please check with me before you pay. I will always get back to you within 12 hours.
Important tips to save shipping fee -
> If you are purchasing multiple stamps through "Buy it now" option, please make sure all the items are in the basket before any payment. Please review the invoice carefully to ensure all the items are listed there so that Hip System can apply the combined shipping discount properly.
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> otherwise, Hip / paypal will charge the full shipping fee for each item and they withhold the transaction fee & commission based on full shipping payment. There is no easy way to refund the difference unless we cancel all the transactions one by one.
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> if you have any question, please check with me before any payment.
Package Loss Responsibilities
In order to provide the lowest shipping fee, I am sending all items by USPS standard mail without tracking number. I cannot hold responsible if the packet is lost due to postage. If you need extra shipping protection, please consider the following options and let me know before you pay -
* Shipping Tracking Number - an extra of USD $1.00 PER INVOICE
* Registered mail with signature - between USD $10.00 and USD $15.00, please check with me before you pay.
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Us Stamp Sheets Plate Position
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- Item Location
- California, United States
- Ships To
- United States, China
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