Description
MiNo. 2783 - 2786 Thailand
Odr., A = perf. K 14:14 1/2; C = perf. K 13 1/2; B = imperforated
Set, Issue date: 11.1.2009
Picture descriptions:
dfv-dfy) Bhanurangsi Savangwongse (1859-1928), founder of the Thai post office, brother of King Chulalongkorn, Rama V.
2783 A 3 B multicolored dfv
2784 A 3 B multicolored dfw
2785 A 3 B multicolored dfx
2786 A 3 B multicolored dfy
Quantity: 700,000 pieces
Stamp Designer: Mrs. Veena Chantanatat (Thailand Post Company Limited)
Printer: Thai British Security Printing Public Company Limited, Thailand
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Field Marshal Somdet Phra Raja Pitula Boromphongsabhimuk Chaofa, Bhanurangsiswangwong Krom Phraya Bhanuphandhuwongworadej was a younger brother of the same mother of H.M. King Chulalongkorn. With the help of some his brothers, the Prince wrote news about the court and had it published in a daily newspaper under the Englist name, Court, and the Thai name, Khao Rajakarn. The newspaper came with the same bearing his picture and was delivered to members. He also had documents and letters affixed to the same kind of stamp delivered to the members. This practice was similar to the postal service in other countries. For this reason, the King had confidence in this brother and appointed him to the position of
Director with the responsibility of founding the Department of Posts on July 2nd, 1881. It was opened to the public on August 4th, 1883.