Xi'an City Wall UNESCO stamps

[Collector’s Treasure] China Post "Xi’an City Wall" Stamp Collection: A Millennium of Chinese Civilization in Miniature

1. A Timeless Journey Through Chinese History
China Post’s "Xi’an City Wall" stamp collection immortalizes China’s cultural legacy, spanning artifacts from the Neolithic Age to the Qing Dynasty. From ancient jade dragons to Silk Road caravans, Tang Dynasty golden phoenixes, and Ming-Qing masterpieces, each stamp is a portal to history.

2. Collection Highlights: Dragons, Phoenixes & the Silk Road

1. "Dragon Legacy: 6,000 Years of Symbolism"

   • 2000 Chinese Dragon Artifacts Series: Neolithic Hongshan Jade Dragon (China’s earliest dragon symbol), Warring States Jade Dragon Pendant, Han Dynasty Celestial Tile, Tang Dynasty Bronze Mirror with Coiling Dragon, Jin Dynasty Seated Bronze Dragon, Qing Dynasty Throne Inlaid with Mother-of-Pearl Cloud Dragon.

   • Cultural Significance: Traces the evolution of the dragon as China’s sacred emblem across dynasties.

2. "Silk Road Epic: 2012 Special Stamps"
   Four stamps—“Imperial Capital,” “Desert Fortress,” “Lost Kingdom,” and “Western Oasis”—revive the Silk Road’s golden age, blending Dunhuang-inspired art with Xi’an’s historic gates.

3. "Phoenix Splendor: 2017 Phoenix Artifacts Series"

   • Neolithic Jade Phoenix (origin of the phoenix myth), Western Zhou Bird-shaped Zun Vessel, Tang Dynasty Celadon Phoenix-headed Pot, Tang Golden Phoenix, Ming Dynasty Silk Tapestry “Phoenix Among Peonies,” Qing Dynasty Blue-and-White Phoenix Vase.

   • Design Focus: Showcases the phoenix’s evolution from rustic symbol to imperial icon.

4. "Xi’an City Wall: 1997 Architectural Series"
   Four stamps detail the world’s best-preserved ancient fortifications: barbican, archer towers, watchtowers, and corner bastions—a testament to 13-dynasty military ingenuity.

3. Why Collect? Rarity Meets Cultural Power

• Scarcity: Early editions like the 1997 Xi’an City Wall set have surged in value (e.g., the 2000 Hongshan Jade Dragon stamp now exceeds $150).

• Unique Theme: China Post’s first fusion of city walls, dragons, and phoenixes across jade, bronze, ceramics, and architecture.

• Global Icons: Combines UNESCO-listed Xi’an City Wall, Silk Road lore, and China’s legendary dragon-phoenix duality.

4. Why Own This Collection?

• Cultural Heritage: Preserve 6,000 years of history in a single album.

• Investment Potential: Rare artifact-themed stamps consistently appreciate (e.g., 1997 set averages 15% annual growth).

• Premium Gifting: Symbolizes fortune and power—ideal for cultural enthusiasts or diplomatic gifts.

5. Conclusion: Hold History in Your Hands
More than stamps, this collection is a condensed archive of Chinese civilization. Whether you’re a historian, investor, or art lover, these miniature masterpieces deserve a place in your legacy.

Secure your piece of Chinese architectural history with this remarkable stamp collection that brings the majesty of the Xi'an City Wall to your collection.

Limited availability - Each stamp captures the essence of 600 years of Chinese architectural excellence

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