The 1st Annual Crawford Festival: 28th-29th June 2022
The first Crawford Medal,
awarded in 1920 to
Hugo Griebert for
“The Stamps of Spain 1850-1854”
now held at the Society in the
Spear Museum of Philatelic History
The theme of the Festival was:
“How to write a book – A practical guide to producing a work of philatelic literature”
The eight books shortlisted for this year’s Crawford Medal had been announced. The winner was revealed at the end of the Festival on 29th June.
The Festival
This two-day event, intended to celebrate the contribution of philatelic literature, was held at the RPSL at 15 Abchurch Lane.
A keynote address entitled Crawford in Context, the place of the 26th Earl in philatelic history by David Beech FRPSL opened the programme on 28th June, with contributions through the first day on resources for research. The second day, 29th June, opened by Brian Trotter RDP Hon. FRPSL, concentrated on the practical aspects of producing a book. The afternoon saw the presentation of this year’s Crawford Medal.
The detailed programme for the 2 days can be viewed here.
The Earl of Crawford K.T. (1847-1913), A Short Biographical Sketch by Ron Negus FRPSL published as a supplement to The London Philatelist in 2002 can be viewed here.
The Winner of the Crawford Medal for 2022
The medal was awarded to Guillermo F. Gallegos FRPSL and Joseph D. Hahn for The 19th century issues of El Salvador 1867-1900.
The Festival
Each year, the Crawford Festival is open to everyone, both RPSL members and non-members. The event is free to attend.
The 2nd Annual Crawford Festival – 2023
The 2nd Annual Crawford Festival will take place at the RPSL on 27th-28th June 2023. The theme for the festival will be Philatelic Journals.
