Year of the Ox 2009

 

Date of Issue : 2 Jan 2009
Postmark : Bangkok
Denomination : 3 baht
Stamp Size : 30.5 mm x 30.5 mm
Printing Process : Lithography, Multi-colour

This stamp issue by Thailand Post aims to disseminate the knowledge on Thai zodiac year, which seems to be in alignment with Chinese zodiac. According to the royal calendar, the zodiac changes on the 1st of each calendar year. The single stamp in this Year of the Ox 2009 issue illustrates a native Thai design of the ox with golden stars constellation.