Symbol of Asia ’72 (stylized Hand of Buddha)
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | Asia 72 |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | November 3, 1972 |
| Denomination | 20 nP |
| Quantity | 3,000,000 |
| Perforation | Comb 13 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Black | Orange |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 548 Stamp Number IN 564 Yvert et Tellier IN 349 Stanley Gibbons IN 668 |
| Themes | Expositions | Fairs | Hands | Objects | Seals(Emblems) | Stylized | Trade |
The commemoration of Asia 72, aimed at promoting peace and progress through economic cooperation, is symbolized by the use of multiple projection techniques. The Fair’s symbol, Symbol of Asia ’72 (stylized Hand of Buddha) a stylized representation of Buddha’s hand, signifies freedom from fear and bestows blessings upon humanity. This insignia, representing Asia 72, is featured on the 20 Paise stamp, while a 9th-century sculpture of Buddha’s hand in ‘Abhaya Mudra’ from the Patna Museum is depicted on the Rs. 1.45 stamp. These stamps, issued by the Posts and Telegraphs Department, mark the opening of Asia 72 on November 3, 1972, celebrating the spirit of international collaboration and progress.