China 1878-83 Large Dragon 5 Candarin
China · 1882 · 5 Candarin
This stamp is part of China's first official postage stamp series, known as the 'Large Dragons'. The design features a prominent dragon, a powerful symbol in Chinese culture, surrounded by clouds and waves, set against a pale rose background. The denomination '5 CANDARIN' is inscribed in English at the bottom, with Chinese characters on the sides.
Issued during the Qing Dynasty, the Large Dragon series marked China's entry into the global postal system and the establishment of a modern, centralized postal service, replacing the centuries-old courier systems.
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