Philatelic 57/15/2: Row Collection, Siam (Thailand) 1910 Postage Stamp Issue, Definitives

Reference: The British Library's Philatelic Collections, Philatelic 57/15/2

Scope & Content: This section documents aspects of the Siam (Thailand) 5 May 1910-15 June 1910 Definitives issue. Designed by C. Tamano, the stamps were designed and manufactured by the security printing firm Giesecke and Devrient, Leipzig using a recess printing process. The design features a medallion portrait of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) facing left held up by a Garuda. Includes comments about the production and printing techniques contributing to the broader study of early Siamese philately.

Extent: 36 Pages; 855 Items

Physical Characteristics: The entirety of the Row Collection includes various physical formats including postal stationery, covers, essays, proof materials, postage stamps in singles, pairs, strips, blocks and sheets in addition to errors, shades and varieties. It has been arranged and written up on pages to describe the philatelic history of the nation's stamps and their manufacture. 

Language: English and Thai 

Conditions Governing Access: Access to these collections is by appointment only. To book an appointment or for any collection related enquiries please email the Philatelic Collections team on: [email protected]

Online Catalogue: Archival metadata for this collection is available via the 'Find an Archive' platform on the National Archives Discovery database. Search at https://discovery.nationalarchives.gov.uk 

Notes: This item is part of the British Library's Philatelic Collections, curated to support public access to philately and philatelic research. Digitised and described by the Library's curatorial team it contributes to the preservation and discoverability of fragile historical materials. 

This material is historical in nature and may contain language, imagery, or perspectives that reflect the time in which they were created. They do not necessarily represent the current values or views of the British Library.