
Indonesian postage stamp titled 'Republik Indonesia 7.50 Teletypist' issued in 1964
History
This stamp was issued by the Republic of Indonesia in 1964 as part of a definitive series depicting various occupations and technological advancement themes. The 7.50 rupiah denomination featured a teletypist or teleprinter operator, symbolizing Indonesia's modernization efforts during the post-independence era. These stamps were used for standard postal rates during the mid-1960s. Stamps from this Indonesian series are popular among philatelists who specialize in Southeast Asian postal history and thematic collections focused on communications technology or occupational imagery. The green color and clear imagery make it an attractive addition to topical collections. Collectors value these stamps for their historical significance in documenting Indonesia's development during the Sukarno era and their representation of mid-20th century communication technology.
Origin
Indonesia
Maker
Republic of Indonesia Postal Service
Time period
1964