Cricket Victories
Title
Cricket Victories
Subject
Stamp ingot collection
Description
This famous stamp was issued to commemorate India's historic tour of England in 1971. After losing only one match, India went on to win its first ever Test Series in a nail-biting finish. The stamp depicts a cricketer in characteristic poses of batting, bowling and wicket-keeping.
Creator
Hallmark Group Limited
Source
Pride of India Collection
Publisher
Authority of India Post
Date
1971
Format
JPG
Type
Image
Original Format
Engraved solid pure silver ingots, layered with pure 24-carat gold
Physical Dimensions
Stamp size is 41mm x 23mm
Gold Replica is 2.2mm thick with diamond cut perforations
Gold Replica is 2.2mm thick with diamond cut perforations
Citation
Hallmark Group Limited, “Cricket Victories,” CHRIST (Deemed To Be University) Institutional Repository, accessed December 22, 2024, https://archives.christuniversity.in/items/show/1821.