Founded on 1 October 1949, the People's Republic of China celebrated her 60th anniversary in 2009. Over the past 60 years, China has amazed the world with her remarkable success in development. While looking back with pride at our numerous accomplishments, all Chinese people strive for an even brighter tomorrow.
To mark this memorable moment, Hongkong Post issues a set of commemorative stamps and a stamp sheetlet. The set of six stamps is designed based on the winning entry of the Stamp Design Competition for the 60th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China jointly organised by the Home Affairs Bureau, Radio Television Hong Kong, the Committee on the Promotion of Civic Education and the Commission on Youth. Victoria Harbour and Tiananmen Square depicted on two interlocking cogwheels ($1.40), and the five-star national flag flying by the side of the "Forever Blooming Bauhinia" ($1.80), symbolise the intimate and inseparable bond between Hong Kong and our Motherland. The Bird's Nest ($2.40) reminds us of the country's first hosting of the Olympic Games while the successful launch of China's manned spacecraft Shenzhou-7 ($2.50) marks her rapid technological advancement and development. The Temple of Heaven against the backdrop of an illuminated globe ($3) and a golden dragon soaring above the Great Wall ($5) signify the nation's rising economic and international status. The six stamps also fit into a perfect ring on the souvenir sheet with the accompanying number "6", bringing out the theme of the 60th anniversary.
The stamp sheetlet with two $5 stamps in Chinese red captures the excitement of the special occasion. The National Emblem and the dazzling Tiananmen Square on the left and the Regional Emblem above the splendid night view of Hong Kong on the right underline the close and harmonious tie between Hong Kong and the Mainland.
To celebrate this joyous occasion across the country, China Post, Hongkong Post and Macao Post jointly issue a souvenir pack on the same day, where three stamp sheetlets issued by the respective Posts under this stamp theme are presented in se-tenant style.
Stamp products include mint stamp, stamp sheet, presentation pack, souvenir sheet, stamp sheetlet, souvenir pack, joint souvenir pack. Serviced first day cover is also available at the philatelic offices on the issue day only.
Stamp products include mint stamp, stamp sheet, presentation pack, souvenir sheet, stamp sheetlet, souvenir pack, joint souvenir pack. Serviced first day cover is also available at the philatelic offices on the issue day only.
- Date of issue: 1/Oct/2009
- Printing process: lithography
- Stamp size: 43 mm. x 30 mm.
- Sheets: 25 stamps
Notes
1. (2010), Honk Kong Post's website. Consulted 3/Jan/2010.
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