Bhutan is a country what has issued many stamps one could describe as gimmicks. But they issued unusual stamps long before many other countries followed suit. Somehow I always liked them.Proof that I am not alone, gives a look in a catalogue. Many of the "gimmick-stamps" have become rather costly. My collection is far from being a complete one.In 2000 I ended buying new issues. But maybe I will look for selected modern stamps after that "one fine day". For now I will show my little collection one by one and also mention those issues,I do not own. I have to start with a set I do not own: In 1955 a set of four fiscals was used for postage,at least sort of. It is doubtful,that commercially use took place. Two of this set were overprinted in indian currency in 1962 (?),but it is even more doubtful,that they were ever used on a regular base. On October 10th,1962,the first regular stamp-set was issued (Mi.no. 5-11) (part I of 2) The currency of Bhutan is called Ngultrum (Nu), made up by 100 Chetrum (ch). The Ngultrum is eqivalent and pegged to the Indian Rupee.
(part II of 2) The "Druk Gyalpo",- he had the title "Maharadja"-,is founder of the current royal dynasty of Bhutan. "Punakha" is former capital. "Paro Dzong" is the monastery-fortress,where Druk Gyalpo came from. "Tashi Chho Dzong",another monastery-fortress,was his royal residence.
Next one missing: World Refugee Year,set of two,issued Oct.10th,1962. Issued March 21st,1963,commemorating Bhutan´s membership of the Colombo-Plan development-organization. I am not sure about all object featured on these stamps.But they belong to the equipment of an ancient warrior: helmet,shield,sword,dagger...
