US 1961 Mahatma Gandhi ; Champion of Liberty 8c. Scott. 1175


US 1961 Mahatma Gandhi ; Champion of Liberty 8c. Scott. 1175


Series: Champions of Liberty Issue

Stamp details: Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948)

Issued date: 26-01-1961 (dd/mm/yyyy)
Face value: 8c.

Emission: Commemorative
Watermark: No Watermark

Catalogue No:-
Scott (USA): 1175
Stanley Gibbons (UK): 1174
Michel (Germany): 805
Yvert et Tellier (France): 710

Dimensions (height x width):
29mm x 26mm

Printer: Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Print Method: Giori Press

Stamp Colors: Ocher, carmine and ultramarine
Perforation: Perf 11 x 11

Themes: Famous People, Politician, Medal, Mark of Honour, Revolutionary

Total print: 41,644,200 (estimate)

Description:- Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi (1869-1948) was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist who employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India's independence from British rule, and to later inspire movements for civil rights and freedom across the world.
Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahatma_Gandhi