Personalized Burmanica Stamps from Austria

I recently discovered some Burmanica-themed personalized stamps from Austria. While these are not official postage stamps, they are personalized creations and therefore do not qualify for inclusion in the official Burmanica stamp catalog. Consequently, I have decided to document these stamps in this blog post.

Seller described it was produced in 2023

Both stamps feature the word ÖSTERREICH and a face value of 100. The first stamp displays segments of the Berlin Wall adorned with paintings of Nobel Peace Prize laureates. Among them is a portrait of Aung San Suu Kyi. The second stamp portrays the ancient city of Bagan in Myanmar, capturing its serene landscape.

Peace Nobel Price serial on Berlin Wall segments

Given that these are personalized stamps, numerous variations may exist, showcasing various aspects related to Burma. However, they are not officially recognized as part of the Burmanica collection.

Painted Jezebel - Myanmar Butterfly Species

Myanmar Post issued fourth stamp of the Myanmar Butterflies Species Stamp Series on 5 May 2024. It features Painted Jezebel (Delias hyparete metarte). Myanmar Post issued the official FDC (blank) and sold at 400 Kyats each.  Collectors also made their own first day covers, maximum cards and album pages.  U Sun Myint Win produced the butterfly shape postcard as in previous stamps.  

Technical Details of Stamps

Date of Issue: 5 May 2024
Printer : Security Printing Works (Myanmar)
Printing Process : Offset
Stamp Size and Format : 42 mm x 30 mm (Horizontal)
Color : 4
Perforation : 14
Denomination : K200
Sheet Composition :  50 Stamps per Sheet
Quantity : 200,000 pc
Subject Matter Consultants : Dr Khin San Wai (Entomologist), Dr Thein Aung (Ornithologist)
Design Consultants : Kyaw Myo Naing, Academy Zinyaw Mg Mg (Film), Thiha Lwin (TMH), U Aung Ko (Philatelist)
Artist : Cho San Lin
Graphic Designer : Ahmonoo 

First Day Covers

Official FDC

Private FDC by U Sein Min