Cover of First “Philatelic Journal of India”
Technical Data
| Date of Issue | March 27, 1997 |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Rs. 2 |
| Quantity | 700,000 |
| Perforation | comb 13 x 13½ |
| Printer | Calcutta Security Printers Ltd |
| Printing Process | Offset Lithography |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Credit (Designed By) | Sh. J. P. Irani |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 1546 Stamp Number IN 1608 Yvert et Tellier IN 1315 Stanley Gibbons IN 1710 |
| Themes | Anniversaries and Jubilees | Magazines | Philately |
Introduction
The Philatelic Journal of India is the official journal of the Philatelic Society of India, one of the oldest philatelic societies in the world and probably the oldest in Asia. The journal has played a significant role in promoting stamp collecting, postal history, and philatelic research in India.
Beginning and Early Leadership
The journal began soon after the establishment of the Philatelic Society of India in 1897. Its first editor was Mr. C. Steward Wilson (later Sir), who also served as the Society’s first President and later became the Director General of Posts & Telegraphs.
Purpose and Scope
The journal was devoted entirely to the study and advancement of philately. It served as an important medium for collectors, researchers, and enthusiasts by publishing articles related to:
- Indian postage stamps
- Postal history
- Rare stamp issues
- Indian Lithographs
- Convention and Feudatory States
- New philatelic discoveries
- Exhibition reports and society activities
Contribution to Research
The Philatelic Journal of India became highly respected for publishing valuable research articles by distinguished scholars of Indian philately. Much of the pioneering research on Indian Lithographs and Indian States was first presented through this journal.
Editorial Excellence
One of its most notable editors was Mr. L. E. Dawson, who guided the journal for nearly 34 years. Under his leadership, the journal flourished and gained recognition for its scholarly standards and important contributions.
Importance in Indian Philately
For generations, the journal has served as a trusted source of knowledge and reference for stamp collectors and historians. It helped preserve India’s postal heritage and encouraged serious philatelic study.
Legacy
The Philatelic Journal of India remains an important symbol of the long-standing tradition of philatelic scholarship in India and reflects the dedication of the Philatelic Society of India to the growth of stamp collecting and research.
First Day Cover
