First Regular Issue, Taegeuk Symbol

South Korea · 1946 · 50 Chon

This stamp is part of South Korea's first regular issue following liberation. The design prominently features the Taegeuk, the central symbol from the national flag, representing the balance of yin and yang. The denomination is printed in both Hangul and Hanja characters.

Issued in the early days of the US Army Military Government in Korea, this series marked a significant step in establishing a new national identity and postal system after the end of Japanese colonial rule.