50 Years of Nationhood - Part III

On 31st August 2007, Malaysia was celebrating her 50th anniversary of independence. However, Malaysia is only 44 years old because Malaysia consisting of the Malaya, Sabah and Sarawak was formed in 1963. In conjuction to this significant event, Malaysia postal authority released stamps on 31st August 2007. Nine different stamps (four in sheetlet format and five in booklet format) and a miniature sheet were issued (see below). The booklet was a hot item, and it was sold out within one or two days after release.

stamps from sheetlet

booklet pane


miniature sheet