SingPost to release National Day stamps inspired by historic 1966 design
Singapore Post is releasing a commemorative stamp set for National Day that pays homage to the original 1966 independence stamps. The new design reflects the nation's evolution from its early industrial roots to its current status as a globally connected, sustainable society.
Why it matters
The stamps serve as a cultural touchstone for Singapore, marking the nation's progress and identity on its anniversary of independence.
Sixty-one sets of exclusive imperforated stamp sheets, priced at S$610, will also be available for pre-order.
A comparison of the two stamp sets from 1966 (above) and 2026. (Images: SingPost)
SINGAPORE: At a glance, the two sets of stamps look similar - four characters from different walks of life against a backdrop of buildings.
Take a closer look and the advancements Singapore has made in the past 61 years shine in the background of the 2026 commemorative stamp set for National Day.
The collection, which will be released on Aug 7, pays tribute to the nation's very first independence anniversary stamps, Singapore Post said in a media release on Monday (Jul 13).
The commemorative issue reimagines the 1966 set of stamps that carried the theme Surviving in a Challenging Future in a Multi-Racial Society.
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