The Philatelist

The issued stamp, shown actual size

Enlarge
  • Commemorative Stamp
  • 5 August 2024

2024 Summer Olympic Games, Paris

Javelin

The javelin throw, the event that brought India its first Olympic athletics gold at Tokyo 2020, on India Post’s Paris 2024 sheet.

Date of issue August 5, 2024
Denomination Rs. 5
Quantity printed 111000
Printer Security Printing Press, Hyderabad
Perforation Harrow13½
Watermark No Watermark
Colours Multicolor
Printing process Wet Offset
Credit Sh. Brahm Prakash
Catalogue codes Colnect codes IN 2024.08.05-01b Michel IN 4033

Notes

Keep your own notes on this stamp, for yourself or to share with other collectors. Sign in

Notes from collectors

No public notes on this stamp yet.

Record the condition of the stamps in your collection. Sign in

About this stamp

A Historic Milestone

The Javelin Throw has become a defining symbol of India’s sporting excellence on the Olympic stage. The country’s historic gold medal at Tokyo 2020 marked a turning point, inspiring a new generation of athletes to dream big in athletics.

Paris 2024 and New Aspirations

As the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad unfold in Paris, Indian javelin throwers aim to carry forward this golden legacy. With strength, precision, and determination, they represent the nation’s growing prowess in track and field.

Commemorative Stamp Tribute

To honor this journey, the Department of Posts has released a commemorative stamp on Javelin Throw as part of the Paris 2024 Miniature Sheet. This special issue celebrates India’s achievement while symbolizing the Olympic spirit of “Citius, Altius, Fortius” — Faster, Higher, Stronger.

A Symbol of Inspiration

Beyond being a collector’s treasure, the stamp pays tribute to the dedication, perseverance, and sporting spirit of India’s athletes, whose remarkable achievements continue to unite and inspire generations.

Related stamps

From the same issue, then stamps sharing its themes, especially Javelin Throw and Olympic Games; closest in year first.

All Javelin Throw stamps →
Catalogue Community Learn Shop Sign in