Pakistan 1961 Decimal Currency Overprint

Pakistan · 1961 · 1 Paisa on 1½ Annas

This definitive stamp features a prominent crescent moon and star, the national symbols of Pakistan. It was originally issued with a denomination in annas and was later overprinted in black with the new decimal currency value of '1 PAISA'. The overprint signifies the country's transition to a new monetary system.

In 1961, Pakistan decimalized its currency, moving from the traditional system of rupees, annas, and pies to a system where 100 paisa equaled 1 rupee. Existing definitive stamps were overprinted with the new values to facilitate this transition.