National Mosque, Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia · 1964 · 20 sen
This definitive stamp features a detailed depiction of the Masjid Negara, the National Mosque of Malaysia, located in Kuala Lumpur. The design highlights the mosque's distinctive 73-meter-high minaret and its 16-pointed star concrete main roof, which are iconic elements of modern Islamic architecture. The stamp was part of a series showcasing national symbols and development.
Issued in 1964, this stamp celebrates the newly constructed National Mosque, which was completed in 1965. Its issuance reflects the national identity and pride of the recently formed Federation of Malaysia.
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Photogravure
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