Discover Rare Treasures and Creative Brilliance – From Priceless Stamps to Unique Thai Designs – in the Spotlight at the World Stamp Exhibition
Discover the fascinating world of stamps, from the world’s most expensive stamp to the whimsical and culturally rich creations by Thai designers. The Thai postal service, in celebration of its 140th anniversary, invites you to explore the wonders of stamp artistry at the POSTiverse 140 Years Thai Postal Exhibition and the World Stamp Exhibition 2023. Unveiling the pinnacle of stamp collecting, the “Mona Lisa of Stamps,” we delve into the captivating history of the British Guiana 1c magenta, valued at a staggering USD 8,307,000. Join us as we explore the realm of high-priced stamps, comical delights, and unique Thai-designed stamps.
The Mona Lisa of Stamps: The British Guiana 1c Magenta
The British Guiana 1c magenta, colloquially known as the “Mona Lisa of Stamps,” holds the prestigious title of the world’s most expensive stamp. Valued at USD 8,307,000, this crimson gem remains the sole survivor, showcased exclusively at the POSTiverse 140 Years Thai Postal Exhibition and the World Stamp Exhibition 2023. Originating from British Guiana in 1873, its crude design and limited existence make it a rare collector’s dream.
Asia’s Priciest Stamp: The Dragon Stamp
Meet the “Dragon Stamp 500 Mon,” a Japanese masterpiece from 1871. Originally sold for a mere 500 Mon, this stamp, now dubbed Asia’s priciest, boasts a current value of a staggering 200 million Thai Baht. Its uniqueness lies in a printing error, adding to its allure. Learn why collectors worldwide are captivated by this comically valuable stamp.
Thai Designers’ Stamp Collection
Thai fashion designers Yoon-Phannapast Taychamaythakool, Terawat Thienprasith, Thatchamapun Janchamrassang, and Jackkrit Anantakul. come together to craft a special commemorative stamp collection for the 140th anniversary of Thailand Post. The collection beautifully blends luxury and classic aesthetics, reflecting four distinct Thai postal stories. From gods and butterflies to typographic elegance, these stamps symbolize the evolution of Thai postal services.
Inspiration Behind Thai Stamp Designs
Discover the inspirations that led Thai designers to create these unique stamps. Yoon-Panupat captures the spirit of postal service progress, Teerawat embodies the beauty of Thai architecture in his typography-inspired design, Thatchamaporn symbolizes the emotion and connection in letter-writing, and Jakrapong reminisces the joy of postal workers and the iconic Thai post office buildings.
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