Air mail stamp taiwan
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Air Mail Stamps of Taiwan:
Taiwan, officially known as the Republic of China (ROC), has a rich history of issuing air mail stamps. Here are some interesting facts and examples:
- First Air Mail Stamp (1933): Taiwan's first air mail stamp was issued on October 1, 1933, featuring a design of a biplane and the words "Taiwan Air Mail" in Chinese and Japanese.
- Early Issues (1933-1945): During the 1930s to 1940s, Taiwan issued several air mail stamps with designs featuring aircraft, eagles, and other patriotic symbols.
- Occupation and Censor Stamps (1945-1949): After World War II, Taiwan was occupied by Japan, and the Japanese issued occupation stamps, including air mail stamps. Later, during the Chinese Civil War, the Nationalist Government issued censor stamps to control the flow of mail.
- Post-War Issues (1949-1960s): After the Chinese Civil War, Taiwan continued to issue air mail stamps, featuring designs such as aircraft, landmarks, and national symbols.
- Modern Issues (1970s-present): In recent decades, Taiwan has issued a wide range of air mail stamps with various designs, including commemorative issues, special events, and cultural themes.
Some notable air mail stamps from Taiwan include:
- 1933: Biplane and Air Mail (Scott #C1-C5): The first air mail stamps of Taiwan, featuring a biplane and the words "Taiwan Air Mail" in Chinese and Japanese.
- 1940: Eagle and Air Mail (Scott #C16-C20): A series of air mail stamps featuring an eagle and the words "Taiwan Air Mail" in Chinese and Japanese.
- 1950s: Aircraft and Landmarks (Scott #C21-C30): A series of air mail stamps featuring aircraft and landmarks of Taiwan, such as the Taipei Tower and the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall.
- 1980s: Cultural Themes (Scott #C31-C40): A series of air mail stamps featuring cultural themes, such as traditional festivals, music, and dance.
These are just a few examples of the many air mail stamps issued by Taiwan over the years. If you're interested in collecting air mail stamps from Taiwan, I recommend consulting a reputable stamp catalog or seeking advice from a philatelic expert.