South Korea Definitive Stamp

South Korea · 1946 · 50 Chon

This definitive stamp from South Korea features a simple, functional design centered around its denomination of '50 Chon'. The characters are prominently displayed, indicating its primary purpose for everyday postage. This issue was part of the first series of stamps released after the liberation of Korea.

Issued in 1946, this stamp represents a period of transition for Korea following the end of Japanese rule and prior to the establishment of the Republic of Korea in 1948. It was a crucial tool for re-establishing a national postal service.