Scott No: 2103
Serial number: J139
Values in set: 1
Date of issue: July 26, 1987
Denomination: 8 fen
Designers: Xu Hongru
Size of stamps: 26*31mm
Perforation: 11.5
Sheet composition: 80(8*10)
Printing process: Photogravure
Printing House: Beijing Postage Stamp Printing Works

J139 "Centenary of the Birth of Esperanto" commemorative stamp was issued on July 26, 1987. The set consists of 1 stamp, printed by photogravure, with a stamp size of 40 × 30 mm, perforation gauge 11.5, and 50 stamps per sheet (5 × 10). Designed by Xu Yanbo and printed by the Beijing Stamp Factory.

Theme of the Set

Esperanto was created by Zamenhof. It is the most widely used international auxiliary language, aimed at eliminating language barriers and promoting mutual understanding and friendly exchange among the peoples of all countries. This stamp commemorates the centenary of the birth of Esperanto, conveying the ideals of equal communication and universal brotherhood, and expressing China's support for international people-to-people cultural exchange and its attitude of enhancing friendship among the peoples of all countries.

Stamp Design and Historical Background

Centenary of the Birth of Esperanto

At the center of the design is the Earth, encircled by olive branches, with the Esperanto symbol—a five-pointed star—printed above the Earth, symbolizing Esperanto's purpose of facing the whole world and pursuing peaceful exchange.

Artistic Design Features

The design adopts a simple, modern decorative style, with a balanced composition and fresh tones. It expresses the theme through classic symbols—the Earth, olive branches, and the five-pointed star—in a restrained and dignified way, with a prominent atmosphere of an international theme.