Missed the exposition of St Francis in Goa? Don’t miss these souvenirs

Evelyn Siqueira

POSTAL SPECIAL

On the occasion of the 18^th Exposition of the Relics of St Francis Xavier, Goa’s Diocesan Centre for Social Communications Media (DCSCM) introduced a special postal commemorative cover as well as other collectibles.

Goa | 18th Exposition | St Francis Xavier | Commemorative postal cover | Memorabilia | Photo: Evelyn Siqueira

COVER STORY

The limited postal cover was conceptualised by Blaise Fernandes, a philatelist from Caranzalem, Panjim, while the design was created by Kolkata-based philatelist, Alok K Goyal.

Goa | 18th Exposition | St Francis Xavier | Commemorative postal cover | Memorabilia | Photo: Evelyn Siqueira

METALLIC FINISH

This innovative cover is printed on metallic matte paper with raised UV effects highlighting elements such as the relic casket, the Basilica of Bom Jesus, select texts, and the exposition logo.

Goa | 18th Exposition | St Francis Xavier | Commemorative postal cover | Memorabilia | Photo: Evelyn Siqueira

SHINE ON

The special cover also exhibits a real silver coin effect and metallic sheen. Additionally, a limited edition of covers crafted from natural cork paper with silver effects was produced.

Goa | 18th Exposition | St Francis Xavier | Commemorative postal cover | Memorabilia | Photo: Evelyn Siqueira

POSTAL DETAILS

Apart from postal cancellations displaying the exposition date, the cover also features a stamp of Old Goa.

Goa | 18th Exposition | St Francis Xavier | Commemorative postal cover | Memorabilia | Stamp | Photo: Evelyn Siqueira

EXPOSITION MEMORABILIA

The commemorative collection created for the decennial exposition includes posters, postcards, envelopes and bookmarks, making them ideal keepsakes of this special event.

Goa | 18th Exposition | St Francis Xavier | Commemorative Memorabilia | Photo: Evelyn Siqueira

WHERE TO GET THEM

If you missed the 18^th Exposition (November 21, 2024 to January 5, 2025), but still want to own some of these collectibles which have been blessed by the relics of the saint, head to the DCSCM office, Bishop’s House, Altinho, Panjim.

Goa | Bishop's House | DCSCM | Panjim | Altinho | Photo: Evelyn Siqueira

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