Malaysia

1937 Sultan Ismail stamp issue of Kelantan

The Iconic 1937 Sultan Ismail Stamp Issue of Kelantan with Mint and Used Values

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The 1937 stamp issue of Kelantan, featuring Sultan Ismail, is one of the most prized and historically significant sets in Malaysian philately. These stamps were issued in July 1937 and were used extensively during the era, including through the Japanese occupation. Each stamp showcases Sultan Ismail’s portrait, encapsulating Kelantan’s rich heritage. Here’s a detailed insight […]

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1937 Kedah stamps featuring Sultan Abdul Hamid Halim Shah – a royal philatelic treasure from Malaysia

Kedah 1937 Stamps: Sultan Abdul Hamid Halim Shah

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  These striking 1937 stamps of Kedah, part of the Malaysian States issues, beautifully honour Sultan Abdul Hamid Halim Shah, the 26th Sultan of Kedah. Issued during British Malaya’s colonial era, the set depicts the Sultan in full ceremonial attire, with ornate designs and bold colours, capturing the prestige and history of his reign. A

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Malaya

The Red Cross Stamps of Malaya: Japanese Occupation Issue

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During World War II, the Japanese occupation of Malaya left a unique imprint on the region’s postal history. Among the many philatelic relics from this turbulent period, the Japanese Occupation stamps issued on December 16, 1944, stand out for their rarity and historical significance. The Context: A War-Torn Region The Japanese forces occupied Malaya from

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North Borneo

The British Military Administration Issue of North Borneo (1945)

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After the liberation of North Borneo from Japanese occupation in 1945, the British Military Administration (BMA) was established to manage the region until its transition to a Crown Colony in 1946. The BMA issued overprinted stamps using pre-war North Borneo issues, featuring the “BMA” overprint in bold letters. These stamps were used across British Borneo,

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