The Arch of Galerius - Thessaloniki, Greece
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The famous Arch of Galerius in Thessaloniki in Greek stamp emitted in 1980 in occasion of Congress of Nephrology held in the town.
Waymark Code: WMD5J1
Location: Greece
Date Posted: 11/22/2011
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In occasion of Congress of Nephrology, which was held in 1980 in Thessaloniki, was on March 15, 1980 emitted the stamp depicting one of the most famous structure in Thessaloniki - The Arch of Galerius.
The Arch was built shortly before A.D. 305 in commemoration of Galerius' victory over the Persians (Sassanids) in 297. It was a part of a four gateway which was situated at the point where the ceremonial way from the palace complex met the city's busiest thoroughfare. The reliefs depict and extol the Emperor's victory over the Persians. It is located at the junction of Egnatia and Dimitriou Gounari streets.
Stamp Issuing Country: Greece (Hellas)
Date of Issue: March 15, 1980
Denomination: 8 Greek drachmas
Color: Multicolor
Stamp Type: Single Stamp
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