South Korea New Year's Greeting Stamp, 1980

South Korea · 1980 · 30 ₩

This stamp was issued to celebrate the New Year, welcoming the Year of the Monkey according to the traditional East Asian zodiac. The design features a stylized, colorful depiction of a monkey, a symbol of cleverness and curiosity, set against a simple background. It is part of an annual series that highlights the zodiac animal for the coming year.

Issued during a period of rapid economic growth in South Korea, this stamp reflects the cultural practice of celebrating the Lunar New Year and its associated zodiac traditions.