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Egypt's Suez Canal is the 10th oldest man-made canal of the 19th century with its origins dating back to Ancient Egypt. Construction of the Suez canal started in 1859 that would link the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea allowing ships to travel between Europe and Asia at much shorter distances and faster shipping times. The Suez Canal took 10 years to be completed employing an estimated 1.5 million people from various countries that by the time the canal opened in 1869, the final cost of construction more than doubled the initial estimated cost.    The Suez Canal also became...

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We know this year was tough on everyone. And we're hoping that you're all taking some time to sit back and enjoy this year's Mardi Gras celebrations. To all you stamp collectors out there, don't forget to check out our worldwide stamp listings. Happy Mardi Gras, Everyone!

Guardhouse glassines are made of a PH neutral, semitransparent paper with no harmful chemicals. Safe for stamps and coins, they are also commonly used to protect photos, negatives, invitations, artwork, gift packets, seeds, crafts and more because of their water, air and grease resistant properties. Guardhouse glassines are carefully constructed with flaps folded on the exterior of the envelope, leaving only a smooth interior pocket surface that will not catch on stamps or other contents. Our glassine envelopes contain un-gummed flaps and are ideal for all of your philatelic materials. Guardhouse Glassines are made with 55 gsm (38#) paper. This...