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Founder of the Postal Service in Thailand
Field Marshal Somdet Phra Raja Pitula Boromphongsabhimuk Chaofa, Bhanurangsiswangwong Krom Phraya Bhanuphandhuwongworadej was a younger brother of the same mother of H.M. King Chulalongkorn. With the help of some his brothers, the Prince wrote news about the court and had it published in a daily newspaper under the Englist name, Court, and the Thai name, Khao Rajakarn. The newspaper came with the same bearing his picture and was delivered to members. He also had documents and letters affixed to the same kind of stamp delivered to the members. This practice was similar to the postal service in other countries. For this reason, the King had confidence in this brother and appointed him to the position of
Director with the responsibility of founding the Department of Posts on July 2nd, 1881. It was opened to the public on August 4th, 1883.
Quantity of stamps : 700,000 pieces per design
Composition : 20 stamps per sheet
Printing Process: Lithography Multi-colour
Designer : Mrs.Veena Chantanatat (Thailand Post Company Limited)
Souvenir Sheet Price : 20.00 Baht
Quantity of S/Sheet : 100,000 Sheets
Printing Process: Lithography Metalic gold and red colour foiled, Multi-colour
FDC Price : 22.00 Baht
Quantity of FDC : 15,000 covers
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