In order to mark the first half-century of the Garden Club of Monaco, the Stamp and Coin Office has issued a commemorative stamp with a face value of €1.90. The stamp depicts a rose, possibly the favourite bloom of Princess Grace, a keen gardener. The Garden Club of Monaco was founded in 1968 by the Princess, a great lover of nature, who wanted to promote the art of flower arranging to encourage a better appreciation of the beauty of blossoms. Every year, since it was first founded, the association has … Continue reading Special stamp marks 50th anniversary of Monaco’s Garden Club