14th Universal Postal Union (UPU) Congress, Seoul

Name: 14th Universal Postal Union (UPU) Congress, Seoul
Brand: South Korea

South Korea · 1994 · 400 ₩

This stamp commemorates the 21st Universal Postal Union (UPU) Congress held in Seoul. The design features a stylized globe with lines of latitude and longitude, overlaid with a dove carrying a letter, symbolizing global communication and peace through postal services. The UPU logo and the event details are prominently displayed.

Issued to mark South Korea's hosting of the major international UPU Congress, this stamp highlights the country's role in the global postal and communications network during a period of rapid economic growth and internationalization.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

upu postal-history communications globes doves

Catalog Numbers

sg2525

scott1894

michel1936

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.