Cambodia 1953 Kinnari Airmail Stamp Set

Cambodia · 1953 · Set of 9 values (50c to 30r)

This set of nine airmail stamps from Cambodia features the Kinnari, a mythical half-human, half-bird creature from Buddhist and Hindu mythology, depicted in a traditional Cambodian artistic style. Each stamp showcases the Kinnari in a seated, winged pose, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Issued in 1953, the year Cambodia gained full independence from France, this airmail set represents one of the nascent nation's early postal emissions. It symbolizes Cambodia's emerging national identity and its rich cultural traditions in the post-colonial era.