Date of Issue : 29 Jul 2015
Postmark : Kuala Lumpur
Denomination : RM5.00
Stamp Size : 35 mm x 35 mm
Paper : Tullis Russell High Reading Yellow / Green Phosphor Gummed Stamp Paper 103gsm
Printing Process : Lithography, Hot Stamping and Embossed
The crystal clear and calm blue seas in Sabah are filled with all kinds of wonderful marine life, and among the most interesting is a type of mollusk known as oysters. Besides considered a great delicacy, there is a type of oyster that is highly valued because it produces an extraordinary jewel hidden beneath its shell in what we know as a pearl. This stamp issue is the first time Pos Malaysia is issuing collectors' stamps portraying the uniqueness of South Sea pearls. Malaysia's South Sea pearl sizes vary between 10 mm to 20 mm, and its various shapes can be classified into 5 main recognised forms – round (as featured in above miniature sheet), circle, baroque, drop and button. Circle, baroque and drop South Sea pearls are featured in the regular stamps – click here to find out more.