Myanmar 1948 Independence Issue

Myanmar · 1948 · 1 Anna, 1½ Annas, 2½ Annas, 3½ Annas, 8 Annas

A set of five stamps commemorating Myanmar's independence, featuring a portrait of General Aung San and the mythical Chinthe lion, a national symbol. Each stamp has a different color and denomination, ranging from 1 Anna to 8 Annas.

These stamps were the first issued by independent Burma (now Myanmar) in 1948, celebrating its freedom from British rule. They honor General Aung San, a key leader of the independence movement, who was assassinated shortly before independence.