China 1980 Year of the Monkey (Golden Monkey)
China · 1980 · 8 fen
This iconic stamp depicts a stylized golden monkey against a vibrant red background. It is the first stamp in China's highly popular and collectible zodiac series, marking the Year of the Monkey in 1980.
Issued during a period of economic reform in China, this stamp quickly became a philatelic sensation, symbolizing a new era for Chinese stamp collecting and achieving legendary status due to its artistic merit and scarcity.
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