Mandalay Centenary Commemorative Issue

Myanmar · 1959 · 5 Pyas, 10 Pyas, 25 Pyas

This three-stamp set commemorates the centenary of Mandalay, the last royal capital of Burma. The designs feature iconic symbols of the city, including the Mandalay Palace and a traditional royal barge, celebrating its rich cultural heritage.

Mandalay was founded in 1857 by King Mindon as the new royal capital of the Konbaung Dynasty. This issue, released in 1959, celebrates its 100th anniversary, highlighting its historical significance as a center of Burmese culture and royalty.