First day of issue: September 23, 2023
Sheet composition: 20 (4 × 5)
Paper used: Phosphorescent stamp paper
Designer: KN Creative Design Co., Ltd.
Printer: China Color Printing Co., Ltd.
Stamp size: 40 × 30 (mm)
Color: Colorful
Process: Offset
Perforation: 12½
Originally, during Kangxi's reign in the Qing dynasty (1684-1722), Changhua fell under the jurisdiction of Jhuluo County. Thanks to its abundant resources and cultural development, it became a county of its own and was granted the name Changhua by emperor Yongzheng in the first year of his reign (1723). That marked the beginning of Changhua's glorious three-century history. This year, 2023, coincides with the 300th anniversary of the county's establishment. Consequently, Chunghwa Post has specially released a set of two stamps to commemorate the occasion. Descriptions of the stamps follow:
1.NT$8 stamp: The stamp features a map of Changhua dating from Qianlong's reign in the Qing dynasty combined with a historical photograph of Changhua's East Gate (Gate of Farming). The design aims to evoke a sense of nostalgia and reflect Changhua's historical charms.
2.NT$15 stamp: The stamp features prominent Changhua landmarks, including the Confucius Temple, the Big Buddha of Bagua Mountain, and the modern high-speed rail station. This design showcases the journey of Changhua's transformation through time and its pursuit of sustainable development, as it looks forward to the next three centuries.
By-issues:
(1) First Day Cover (195 mm × 120 mm): NT$3 apiece
(2) Folder (with or without mount): NT$8 apiece
(3) Loose-leaf album page: NT$8 apiece
(4) Pre-cancelled FDC affixed with one NT$8-denominated stamp: NT$11 apiece
(5) Pre-cancelled FDC affixed with a full set of stamps: NT$26 apiece
To purchase the relative philatelic products, please go directly to the post office branches, Postal Museum or order on line at https://stamp.post.gov.tw.
Cachet:
A commemorative cachet will be available at Postal Museum and post office branches throughout the country on the issuing date of the stamps.