Memorial stamp for H.Franciscus-Xaverius. No.176

 

St.Franciscus Xaverius

Born in Pampeluna in 1506 and died on the Chinese island of Sancian in 1552 (I don't know if this island still exists under this name) He was one of the first followers of Saint Ignatius who was the founder of the Order of the Jesuits. Franciscus had his apostolate in Indonesia where he worked a considerable number of miracles.

His Holiness Pope Pius X proclaimed him as Patron of the Missionaries.

 

Date of issue: 20 December 1952

Expiration date: 1 April 1955

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Engraving:

Printing: Thomas De la Rue & Co, Ltd, London

Perforation: 13

Size: 22 x 32 mm

Sheet: 50

Marginal inscriptions:

Circulation: 250,000 stamps

 

No 176. 1,50F. Blue & black

 

There are no variations or curiosities known for any of the above shown material.