India Gandhi Stamps
Issuing EntityIndia
Year Issued1948
MaterialPaper
TypeCommemorative
About India Gandhi Stamps
The first commemorative stamps of independent India, honoring Mahatma Gandhi. Issued on August 15, 1948, the first anniversary of independence. Featured a photograph of Gandhi. The 10 rupees Service stamp overprinted for government use is the rarest, with only 100 issued. The Gandhi stamps established the tradition of honoring national heroes on Indian stamps. Gandhi has appeared on more Indian stamps than any other person.
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