S.S. “Hindoostan” (Mail Ship)
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | INDIPEX 97 |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | December 15, 1997 |
| Denomination | Rs. 11 |
| Quantity | 700000 |
| Perforation | comb 13½ x 13 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 1596 Stamp Number IN 1657C Yvert et Tellier IN 1369C Stanley Gibbons IN 1761 |
| Themes | Animals (Fauna) | Elephants | Logos | Mammals | Philatelic Exhibitions | Postal Services | Ships | |
Table of Contents
Commemorative Stamp Set: Indepex ’97 World Philatelic Exhibition
Design Elements:
- Stamp Series:
- Mail Ship: Illustrates a historic mail ship, highlighting the maritime aspect of postal services.
- Indian River Mail: Features the river mail services, emphasizing the role of rivers in India’s postal system.
- Cancellation with Portrait of Jal Cooper: Shows a postal cancellation mark with Jal Cooper’s portrait, recognizing his contributions to philately.
- Post Office Heritage Building: Depicts a significant heritage building associated with the Indian postal system.
Cultural and Historical Significance:
- Golden Jubilee of Independence: Celebrates the 50th anniversary of India’s independence, marking a milestone in the nation’s history.
- Philatelic Heritage: Showcases key aspects of India’s postal history and the evolution of its postal services over time.
- Tribute to Philatelic Contributions: Highlights Jal Cooper’s impact on philately through the cancellation stamp.
Usage:
- Commemorative Event: Issued to mark the Indepex ’97 World Philatelic Exhibition, which celebrates India’s postal heritage and independence.
- Educational Purpose: Provides insights into the history and development of postal services in India, fostering interest in philately.
Importance of the Commemorative Stamp Set:
- Celebration of Postal Milestones: Acknowledges the development and historical significance of India’s postal system.
- Promotion of Philately: Encourages interest in philately and educates the public about the evolution and impact of postal services in India.
Example of the Stamp Design:
- Mail Ship: Features an image of a vintage mail ship, representing the role of maritime transport in mail delivery.
- Indian River Mail: Depicts a scene of river mail services, highlighting the use of rivers in postal logistics.
- Cancellation with Portrait of Jal Cooper: Includes a postal cancellation mark with a portrait of Jal Cooper, celebrating his contributions to philately.
- Post Office Heritage Building: Shows an important heritage building associated with the Indian postal system, reflecting its historical and architectural significance.
Significance:
- Historical Commemoration: Marks the Indepex ’97 exhibition and India’s 50th independence anniversary, reflecting on the historical development of the postal system.
- Cultural Reflection: Emphasizes the importance of postal services in connecting people and places and celebrates the heritage of India’s postal history.