Carte Postal Maximum Antoine Fréderic Ozaman

 

Yt:MC 401

Maximumkarte Zwiefalten Abbey Church

 

Yt:DE-FWH 13

Stamp: Württemberg-Hohenzollern (French Occupation Zone) – Zwiefalten Abbey Church (Münster Unserer Lieben Frau) – 15 pfennig, brown – Issue date: September 1947

Postmark: Zwiefalten – Circular date stamp (Tagesstempel) – Date: 02.12.1948.

Postcard: Monochrome printed postcard depicting the main facade and towers of the Zwiefalten Abbey Church, inscribed: “Zwiefalten (Württ.) Barokstil-Kirche.” (Edition Ansichtskarten351 C 42 Ae)

Concordance

Thematic: Full thematic concordance. The stamp reproduces the facade of the Zwiefalten Abbey Church, and the postcard features a photographic view of the same building. There is absolute thematic concordance, focused on the same religious and architectural monument.

Geographic: Perfect geographic concordance. The stamp was issued specifically for the region of Württemberg-Hohenzollern (French Zone), the postmark was applied in Zwiefalten (the locality where the abbey is situated), and the postcard illustrates the church in the same village. The geographic alignment is total.

Temporal: Strong temporal concordance. The postmark is dated December 2, 1948. This period falls within the postal validity of the French Occupation Zone issues before their definitive replacement by the Federal Republic of Germany issues, ensuring an authentic and historical temporal concordance.

Maximumkarte Abbey Bebenhausen

 

Yt:DE-FWH 6

Stamp: Württemberg-Hohenzollern (French Occupation Zone) – Bebenhausen Abbey (Kloster Bebenhausen) – 16 pfennig, green – Issue date: Feb 1948.

Postmark: Tübingen 1 – Circular date stamp (Tagesstempel) – Date: 28.05.1948.

Postcard: Monochrome printed postcard depicting the cloister garden (Klostergarten) and the former royal hunting lodge of Bebenhausen Abbey, inscribed: “Bebenhausen, ehemal. Jagdschloß (Klostergarten).” (Edition Ansichtskarten 545 B 128 Ae)

Concordance

Thematic: Full thematic concordance. The stamp depicts a view of Bebenhausen Abbey, and the postcard features the monastery's courtyard and cloister garden. Both elements focus exclusively on the same historic Cistercian abbey complex, creating a perfect thematic match.

Geographic: Perfect geographic concordance. The stamp was issued for Württemberg-Hohenzollern (French Zone), the postmark was applied in Tübingen (the district where the abbey is located), and the postcard illustrates the abbey itself. This establishes a direct geographic link between the issuing authority, the place of cancellation, and the image.

Temporal: Strong temporal concordance. The postmark is dated May 28, 1948. This is a significant period in German philately, occurring just weeks before the 1948 monetary reform. The use of this specific occupation zone stamp during its period of validity with a local cancellation provides an authentic and historically relevant temporal alignment.

Maximumkarte Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church

 

Yt:DE-BE 92

Stamp: Berlin (West) – Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church (Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche) Reconstruction Fund – 4+1 pfennig, brown – Issue date: 1953.

Postmark: Berlin N 65 – Special cancellation "SONDERMARKE M.S. BERLIN" featuring an anchor symbol – Date: 12.03.1955.

Postcard: Monochrome printed postcard depicting the Tauentzienstraße and the original Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church before its destruction, inscribed: “Berlin. Tauentzienstraße und Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche.” (Edition Echte Fotografie)

Concordance

Thematic: Full thematic concordance. The stamp depicts the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church (dedicated to the reconstruction fund), and the postcard features the same church in its original form before World War II. Both elements focus exclusively on the same iconic Berlin architectural monument.

Geographic: Perfect geographic concordance. The stamp was issued by the Berlin postal service (Deutsche Post Berlin), the postmark was applied in a Berlin postal district (N 65), and the postcard illustrates the Tauentzienstraße, located in the heart of Berlin. There is a total geographic alignment between the place of issue, the cancellation, and the subject of the image.

Temporal: Strong temporal concordance. Although the stamp was originally issued in 1953, the postmark is dated March 12, 1955. In maximaphily, using a stamp still in circulation with a special cancellation from that era creates a valid temporal concordance, capturing Berlin’s post-war reconstruction period.

Maximum Card Worms Cathedral

 

Yt:DE-FRP 8

Stamp: Rheinland-Pfalz, definitive issue, red, face value 24 Pf. (Issue: 1947). The stamp depicts the Worms Cathedral.

Postmark: Worms, Circular datestamp CDS – 08.01.1948

Postcard: Monochrome photographic view titled “Worms a. Rh. Dom”, showing the western choir (Westchor) of the Romanesque cathedral (Edition Gebr. Metz, Kunstanstalt, Tübingen)

Concordance:

Thematic: Excellent thematic concordance. The 24 Pf. stamp depicts the Worms Cathedral, and the postcard shows the same landmark in Worms, Germany.

Geographic: The postmark from Worms perfectly matches the subject of the postcard and the origin of the stamp, reinforcing geographic concordance.

Temporal: The postmark date (8 Jan 1948) falls within the valid postal period of the stamp (issued in 1947 under French occupation), ensuring temporal concordance.

Maxicard Campaign Against Leprosy - Padre Bento

 

Yt:BR 669

Stamp: Brazil, 1958. Postal tax (or commemorative) stamp from the series "Preservation of Children Against Hansen's Disease" (Leprosy). The design features a bust of Father Bento (Bento Dias Pacheco), known as the apostle to the lepers. Face value of 10 centavos, printed in green. (Issued: 24/11/1958)

Postmark: First Day of Issue (FDC) commemorative postmark, dated November 24, 1958. Applied in Rio de Janeiro - D.F. (Federal District). The circular cancellation features a geometric border design and the central "CORREIOS" inscription.

Postcard: Illustrated postcard in blue tones, reproducing a portrait of Father Bento Dias Pacheco. The image focuses on the subject's face, depicting him with a beard and clerical attire. (Edition unknown)

Concordance (Maximum Card Trilogy)

Thematic: Perfect. There is absolute harmony between the stamp, the postmark, and the postcard illustration, all dedicated to Father Bento and the campaign against Hansen's disease.

Geographic: Coherent. The postmark was applied in Rio de Janeiro, the then-capital and administrative center of the Brazilian Post, validating the national issue.

Temporal: Exact. The cancellation date strictly coincides with the first day of the stamp's circulation (11/24/1958), fulfilling the requirement for maximum simultaneity.

Postal Máximo Padre Manuel da Nobrega

 

Yt:BR 477

Stamp: Brazil, 1949. Commemorative issue for the "4th Centenary of the Founding of the City of Salvador and the General Government." The design features a profile bust of Father Manuel da Nóbrega, alongside the Jesuit monogram "IHS." Face value of 60 centavos, printed in violet. (Issued: 29/03/1949)

Postmark: Salvador - Circular date cancellation Postal service from "ENTREGA E COLETA - R.A. - BA" (Delivery and Picking), dated May 30, 1954. (DR - BA is an acronym identifying the Regional Directorate of Bahia, an office headquartered in the city of Salvador, capital of the state of Bahia. The abbreviation "DR" stands for Regional Directorate, while "BA" refers to the federative unit of Bahia).

Postcard: Sepia-toned postcard reproducing a bass-relief of Fr. Manuel da Nóbrega, captioned "Founder of São Paulo." The original artwork is signed by "F. Franco sculpsit" (Francisco Franco). Edition unknown

Concordance (Maximum Card Trilogy)

Thematic: Perfect. There is absolute convergence between Father Manuel da Nóbrega's effigy on the stamp, his sculptural representation on the postcard, and the historical significance of the figure in the founding of both Salvador and São Paulo.

Geographic: Coherent. The stamp celebrates the founding of Salvador, and the postal service postmark was applied in the same city, linking the seat of the General Government to the honoree.

Temporal: Compatible. The 1949 stamp was used with a 1954 postmark, a period when the stamp remained postally valid and circulated during the celebrations of the 4th Centenary of São Paulo, a city also founded by Nóbrega.

Postal máximo Jubileu Sacre Coeur Brasil

 

Yt: BR 701 / Scott: BR 916

Stamp: Brazil, 1961. Commemorative issue for the "50th Anniversary of the Sacré-Coeur de Marie Colleges in Brazil." The design features a map of Brazil in the background, overlaid by an open book bearing the congregation's coat of arms. Face value of 2.50 cruzeiros, printed in blue. (Issued in 13/03/1961)

Postmark: Special event or First Day of Issue (FDI) pictorial cancellation, dated March 31, 1961. Stamped in Rio de Janeiro (Guanabara). The postmark design reproduces the institute’s emblem: the Heart of Mary encircled by flames and thorns, topped by a cross and flanked by the Latin motto "SPES SALUS CONSOLATIO NOSTRA".

Postcard: Illustrated postcard reproducing the religious iconography of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The image shows a medium shot of the Virgin Mary in traditional attire (red tunic and blue mantle), pointing towards her radiant heart. (Edition unknown)

Concordance (Maximum Card Trilogy)

Thematic: Perfect. The stamp, the postmark, and the postcard illustration strictly converge on the same theme: the Sacred Heart of Mary congregation and its devotional symbolism.

Geographic: Coherent. The postmark was applied in Rio de Janeiro, one of the primary centers for the order's colleges in Brazil.

Temporal: Exact. The cancellation date (03/31/1961) aligns with the issue period and the institution's golden jubilee celebrations.

Maxicard Santo Cristo LePanto

 

Yt:ES 965

Stamp: Spain – Correios – Commemorative stamp for the "1st International Philately Congress (CIF-60)" in Barcelona, depicting the "Santo Cristo de Lepanto." The design features the image of the crucified Christ in red/pink tones against a greenish background. Issued in March 3, 1960, this stamp is part of a series celebrating the philatelic congress and highlighting Barcelona's religious and historical heritage.

Postmark: Barcelona – 1er Congreso Internacional de Filatelia – Circular cancellation dated March 3, 1960 (-3 MAR 60), featuring the "CIF" logo and stylized olive branches. The marking is specific to the event held in the Catalan capital, confirming its postal use during the congress period.

Postcard: Sepia-toned postcard reproducing the "Historic and Miraculous Image of the Santo Cristo de Lepanto," venerated in the Cathedral Basilica of Barcelona. The central composition focuses on the Gothic sculpture of the crucified Christ, accompanied on the side by an illustration of the galley "La Real" of John of Austria, linking the image to the historic Battle of Lepanto. 

Concordance

Thematic: There is perfect thematic harmony between the stamp and the postcard, as both depict the same iconic figure: the Santo Cristo de Lepanto venerated in Barcelona. The inclusion of the galley on the postcard reinforces the historical context that gives the image its name, while the stamp uses it as a symbol for the local philatelic congress.

Geographic: The spatial coherence is absolute, uniting the origin of the image (Barcelona Cathedral), the location of the congress (Barcelona), and the origin of the cancellation postmark, all situated within the same Spanish city.

Temporal: The cancellation dated March 3, 1960, is fully compatible with the stamp's issue date (March 1960) and the period of postal validity for this specific event, establishing an exact chronological relationship between all elements.

Maximum Card San Antonio Maria Claret

 

Yt:ES 823

Stamp: Spain – Commemorative issue "Famous People" – 50 Cents, slate blue, featuring the portrait of Saint Anthony Mary Claret (Issued: September 9, 1951).

Postmark: Segovia – Period circular postmark with the inscription "SEGOVIA - 2 NOV 51". The use in Segovia is historically relevant, as Claret carried out intense missionary and pastoral work in several Spanish cities.

Postcard: Sepia-toned illustrated postcard reproducing a photographic portrait (historical cliché) of Saint Anthony Mary Claret. The image shows the cleric in ecclesiastical attire, highlighting his zucchetto and pectoral cross. 

Concordance 

Thematic: Absolute thematic unity is achieved as the stamp, the postcard, and the postmark all specifically honor the figure of Saint Anthony Mary Claret, founder of the Claretians (Missionary Sons of the Immaculate Heart of Mary).

Geographic: Geographic concordance is established by the postmark from Segovia, a city linked to Claret's missionary trajectory in Spain.

Temporal: Temporal concordance is verified, as the postmark date (November 2, 1951) falls within the stamp's period of validity, following its original issue in September 1951.

Maxicard Father Rafael Almanza

 

Yt:CO 555

Edition unknown

Stamp: Colombia – Airmail commemorative issue “1840 – Homenaje 1927 al Precursor Rafael Almanza”, 10 centavos, green‑black and olive, depicting Rafael Almansa Riaño in clerical attire with the church of Pineda in the background. Issued in 23.10.1958

Postmark: Bogotá – circular postmark “ADMÓN PPAL. CORREOS / BOGOTÁ – DESPACHO EXTERIOR”, dated 15.7.59, corresponding to the Colombian airmail service of the period and fully consistent with the year of issue of the commemorative stamp.

Postcard: Monochrome printed postcard showing a full‑length depiction Rafael Almanza Riaño in clerical attire with the church of Pineda in the background. Edition unknown.

Concordance:

Thematic: The stamp depicts Rafael Almanza Riaño alongside the church of Pineda, and the postcard likewise presents the same religious figure with the same ecclesiastical setting. This produces perfect thematic alignment, with a complete correspondence of subject, identity, and visual context.

Geographic: The cancellation originates from Bogotá, the city where Rafael Almanza Riaño lived, exercised his ministry, and became widely venerated. Although the church of Pineda shown on both stamp and postcard is not located in Bogotá, all three components - stamp, postmark, and illustration—are tied to the Colombian national religious landscape and to Almanza’s cultural sphere. Geographic concordance is therefore strong, though not site‑specific.

Temporal: The postmark date 15 July 1959 is fully consistent with the postal validity of the commemorative airmail stamp issued on 23 October 1958. While not a first‑day cancellation, it represents correct contemporary usage, fulfilling maximaphilic temporal requirements.