Ryohei Ishikawa Collection of Hawaiian Stamps

Hawaii · 1851 · Various

A display page from the Ryohei Ishikawa Collection, showcasing early postage stamps and postal history of the Hawaiian Islands, including examples of the rare 'Missionary' stamps and other definitive issues.

These stamps represent the postal history of the independent Kingdom of Hawaii, a period of significant change before its annexation by the United States. The 'Missionary' stamps are among the world's most famous and valuable philatelic rarities.