N3003

Sonoran Desert

White Winged Dove, Prickly Pear

Collins Cover Announcement 

For the final cover of this magnificent desert set of ten, I'm pleased to present a hand painted cachet that captures the contradictions of the Sonoran habitat. The bearitiful presence of the whiie-winged dove is contrasted by the ominous appearance of the feared scorpion. The barren, stark landscape is contrasted by the delicate blooms of a flowering tree. It's a perfect way to end this set because it colorfully illustrates the truth of the phrase "the living desert."

If you have acquired all of my Sonoran Desert cachets for your FDC holdings, I think that you will be very happy in the years ahead. I feel that it is the "best of issue" set of covers, and I believe that you will see them appreciate in value during the coming years. Future collectors will look back and wish ihey had had the opportunity to complete this set at origlnal cost. I am very happy with this effort and hope that you enjoy viewing your Collins "Sonoran collection" often.

I'm pleased to announce the final distinctive cover of the set. From the land of contrasts - the scorpion and the dove. Item #N3003 - $12.25.

Collins Cover Announcement 

Set Introduction

Sonoran Desert Wildlife

Set of 10 - Available at one per month

To achieve a realistic sense of the desert habitat of these animals, I've illustrated several varieties of cactus and other desert plants. In addition to Sonoran vistas I also captured in the hand painted cachets a dazzling sunset (owl), a breaking dawn (mule deer), and a picturesque western sky pastels (tortoise). The stamps in this habitat set of ten are all attractive, and each of the wildlife cachets is very realistic as a result of the hand painting on each and every one of them.

Although the enclosed photos will give you a good idea as to the quality of these cachets, the actual colors are more vivid and lifelike. The copies cannot capture the intricate details and artistic craftmanship of the covers. I'm very anxious for you to see them for youself.