Exploring Obelisks in Topical Stamp Collecting In stamp collecting, an obeliscal design often refers to stamps featuring structures with the iconic shape of an obelisk—slender, tapering monuments with a square base and a pyramidion at the top. Some of the most famous obeliscal subjects found on stamps include the Washington Monument in the United States or the Luxor Obelisk in France. While organizing my international stamps collection, I discovered a stunning Egyptian stamp showcasing an obeliscal engraving of the Karnak … Continue reading →