140th Anniversary of the First Thai Stamps

Thailand · 2023 · 3 Baht

This stamp commemorates the 140th anniversary of Thailand's first postage stamps. The design features a 'stamp-on-stamp' motif, showcasing one of the original 1883 stamps from the Solot Series, which depicted King Chulalongkorn (Rama V). This issue celebrates the long history of the Thai postal service.

Issued in 2023, this stamp honors the establishment of the Thai postal system in 1883 under King Rama V, a key step in the nation's modernization efforts during the late 19th century.