China News Service, Beijing, February 29 (Reporter Li Chun) The opening ceremony of the commemorative stamps "The 120th Anniversary of the Founding of the Red Cross Society of China" was held on the 28th at the Beijing Stamp Factory Co., Ltd.

Wang Ke, Secretary of the Party Leadership Group and Executive Vice President of the Red Cross Society of China, and Liu Aili, Secretary of the Party Leadership Group and Chairman of China Post Group Co., Ltd., signed the stamp samples on site and jointly started stamp printing.

The launch ceremony of the commemorative stamps "The 120th Anniversary of the Founding of the Red Cross Society of China" was recently held at the Beijing Stamp Factory Co., Ltd.

Photo by China News Service reporter Li Chun

　　The "120th Anniversary of the Founding of the Red Cross Society of China" commemorative stamps will be officially issued on March 10 this year, with a set of 1 stamp and a face value of 1.20 yuan.

The stamp pattern uses a red cross as the main element, combined with elements such as connected heart-shaped patterns and doves of peace.

Under the sunlight, the Red Cross symbolizes the Red Cross spirit of "humanity, fraternity, and dedication" and shines brightly, reflecting the 120-year development history of China's Red Cross cause.

　　Yin Deming, member of the Party Leadership Group and Vice President of the Red Cross Society of China, said in his speech at the opening ceremony that the printing and issuance of commemorative stamps "The 120th Anniversary of the Founding of the Red Cross Society of China" is an important part of the activities to celebrate the 120th anniversary of the founding of the Red Cross Society of China. , which not only reflects the development achievements and outstanding contributions of the Red Cross Society of China under the leadership of the Party, but also provides an inheritance carrier for recording and disseminating the history and culture of the Red Cross.

The 120-year glorious development history of the Red Cross Society of China and the Red Cross spirit of “humanity, fraternity, and dedication” are highly condensed and concentratedly reflected in this commemorative stamp. It also inspires Red Cross people in the new era to reform, innovate, and continue to strive. Make new and greater contributions to the development of the Red Cross cause with Chinese characteristics in the new era.

　　Wen Shaoqi, member of the party group and deputy general manager of China Post Group Co., Ltd., said in his speech that the design of the commemorative stamps "The 120th Anniversary of the Founding of the Red Cross Society of China" reflects the 120 years of struggle of the Red Cross Society of China, especially in the new era. A new chapter in the high-quality development of the Red Cross cause with Chinese characteristics since the beginning of the times.

The stamp image is simple, solemn, focused, and visually harmonious, condensing 120 years of development into a square inch language.

　　Stamp designer Xia Jingqiu talked about the design concept and process of the commemorative stamps for the "120th Anniversary of the Founding of the Red Cross Society of China".

He said that during the design process, the Red Cross was used as the main expression object. Through a simple, modern, and international design language, the Red Cross was visually made to rush out of the picture and create a sense of speed and power. This was a reflection of the Red Cross. A visual interpretation that will always be at the forefront in the face of humanitarian crises.

Commemorative stamps for the "120th Anniversary of the Founding of the Red Cross Society of China".

Photo courtesy of China Post Group Co., Ltd.

　　In addition, as a highlight of the design of this stamp, under the illumination of ultraviolet light, the Red Cross spirit of "humanity, fraternity, and dedication" will appear on the screen in specific colors, implying that the Red Cross Society of China will uphold the spirit of the Red Cross and stand out under the sun. Be more fair and transparent and always move toward the light.

Under the illumination of ultraviolet light, the Red Cross spirit of "humanity, fraternity, and dedication" appears in a specific color on the stamp surface.

Photo courtesy of China Post Group Co., Ltd.

　　"In addition, I also used microtext to hide the pinyin initials of the 'Red Cross' in the picture. I'll leave it to the majority of philatelic friends to find and discover where exactly it is. This is also a good example of philately. One of the joys of collecting and appreciating," said Xia Jingqiu.

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