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Each year the members of the Vatican Philatelic Society are asked to cast a vote for their favorite article that appeared in the Vatican Notes. What is the Veritas Award – The Veritas Award recognizes those volunteer members who researched and submitted articles to be published in the Vatican Notes. VPS members are asked to vote for their ‘favorite’ nominated article published in the preceding 12 months. The award was established in the early 1990's. Veritas means 'TRUTH'. Therefore, it is a fitting name for the award. Who selects the articles that are nominated – The editor of the Vatican Notes selects the articles nominated for the Veritas Award. What articles are currently nominated – Click the article to view. 1. Postal History of the Pontifical State Mourning Covers – John Yopp (Vol 70 No 392 Page 10-39) 2. The Vatican City Postal History to Norway – James Hamilton (Vol 69 No 389 Page 10-21) 3. The Via Dolorosa and the Stations of the Cross – Lou Giorgetti (Vol 70 No 391 Page 10-19) 4. Vatican City Postal History to Monaco – Lou Giorgetti (Vol 70 No 391 Page 30-37) 5. Vatican City: 1946 Vatican City Espresso Overprints – Greg Pirozzi (Vol 70 No 391 Page 38-47) How is the winner of the Veritas Award recognized – There is no certificate, plaque, money or any other type of recognition given to the author of the article receiving the most votes. The winner, along with all others nominated for the award, just ‘ENJOY THE HONOR’ of being recognized by their peers. The result of your voting is published in an upcoming Vatican Notes. How do I cast my vote for my favorite article – Voting for your favorite article is simple and can be accomplished in one of two ways - only 1 vote per member: 1. a. Log onto the VPS website – www.VaticanStamps.org b. Click ‘Member Page’ in the Upper Right c. Click ‘Veritas Vote’ on the Far Right below the Gold Bar d. Check your article of choice and Click ‘Submit’ then Click 'OK' e. Your vote has been cast 2. The annual dues paying envelope was included in the 2nd quarter issue of the Vatican Notes for those choosing to pay their dues by mail rather than using PayPal via the VPS website. If you are paying your dues by mail, you have the opportunity to cast your vote for the Veritas Award right on the dues paying envelope. If you have not yet voted for your favorite Vatican Notes article, please do so. This is your recognition to the volunteers for their hard work and research for the articles written and published in the Vatican Notes for your knowledge and enjoyment. |
