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New Caledonia 2011-03-18
On March 18, 2011, New Caledonia’s Office of Posts and Telecommunications issued a single 110F denominated stamp to mark the [then upcoming] XIV Pacific Games that took place from August 27 – September 10, 2011 in Nouméa. New Caledonia was the official organizing host nation for the 14th gathering of the Pacific Games. The design of the stamp depicts an oblique like view of New Caledonia and the Loyalty Islands with a series of points that could indicate event venues or points along the torch relay. The NC 2011 logo is shown in the bottom left corner of the stamp. In the top center, Joemy, the mascot of the games is shown in the air above the islands holding the torch. Following the curvature of the globe, Joemy’s motto “Pacifique Attitude” is written. New Caledonia obviously demonstrated a lot of “Pacifique Attitude” as evident in the final medal standings. Congratulations to all the participants and the organizing committee! [ upon first glance the view of the islands and position of the mascot appears quite similar to a previous New Caledonia issue and favorite of cartophilatelists, sc#322. –web admin ]
