Overprint Pakistan 1947. (Provisional)

At the time of partition of the Indian sub-continent, India agreed to Pakistan\'s request to supply postage stamps and postal stationery dully overprinted PAKISTAN on Indian stamps of King George VI. Stocks of stamps in Treasuries under Pakistan jurisdiction were sent to Nasik Security Press, and after receiving overprint, the stamps were brought into use from October 1, 1947.
Rupee values were in vertical shape with effigy of the King in an oval surrounded by decorated frame. The colour of the frame is give first in salient features.
The overprint was applied across the stamp in black, in lower anna values it is 13mm and on l4a and rupee values it is 19mm in length.

4th Independence Anniversary August 14, 1951

Although issued on Independence Day this set of stamps was declared as 'definitive. Country's renowned artist A. R. Chughtai designed the stamps in 2 1/2a, 3a, 3 1/2a, 4a, 6a, 8a, l0a and 12a values. The 2 1/2a (crimson) and 3 1/2a (blue) are in same design showing Vase and Plate surrounded by decorated frame. Value is printed in square tablets on sides of the base, where 'Pakistan Postage' is also printed linking the tablets. "Pakistan" and "Postage" in Urdu are printed at upper sides, diagonally. Saracenic leaf pattern is selected for 4a and 6a stamps in green and orange. "Pakistan/ Postage" is printed in between value tablets, and 'Pakistan' in Urdu at the centre of a crescent placed at the middle of the leaf pattern.
Two values intended for 'airmail' are 3a red and 12a slate in vertical shape, showing Hour Glass and symbolic aeroplane, crescent & star is also seen behind the plane. Elements are placed differently in these two values; country name in English is at the top panel and in Urdu, at bottom left, in decorated triangle. Face value is engraved at upper corners, in Urdu and English.
Arch and Lamp is the subject of next two denominations; 8a sepia and l0a purple. Horizontal stamps are decorated with floral design all around and two columns on either side, carrying tall trees. Value tablets are engraved at sides.

Scinde Dawk Centenary August 14, 1952

This issue of stamps commemorates stamp of earliest time, universally known as 'Scinde Dawk' stamps, Asia's first postage stamps, issued in Sind (Scinde) province, hundred years ago.
The current issue comprising two same-design stamps denominated at 3 anna and 12 anna in deep olive and light brown colours. The original Scinde Dawk stamp is reproduced in reduced form, at left and same size crescent & star at right. A caravan of camels carrying mail is depicted at center and three aeroplanes are seen flying above, symbolizing the old and modern means of mail transmission. Denomination in Urdu and in English is printed at base on sides and \"CENTENARY 1ST. POSTAGE STAMPS" at the base. The Urdu translation is given above the planes where date "1852-1952' is also printed.

Conquest Of K-2 December 25, 1954.

The second highest mountain in the world K-2 was first scaled by Italian and Pakistani mountaineers on July 31, 1954.
The peak is 28,250 feet high and also known as Godwin Austen. The name 'K-2' is derived from Karakoram 'K' and '2' for being the second highest in the world.
A beautiful stamp was introduced on December 25,1954 to commemorate the event. Motif shows, of course, the majestic view of the mountain with inscription below it "CONQUEST OF K-2" in white panel. The date of adventure (1954) is printed in Urdu and English at upper corners. Denomination 2 anna and 'Pakistan Postage' are printed in a panel at bottom.

7th Independence Anniversary August 14, 1954

A set of seven stamps highlighting the 'scenic beauties' of Pakistan was issued on August 14,1954, but the stamps are considered to be definitives. From this issue it was decided to depict separate design for each value, to facilitate both public and the postal staff.
6 Pies Kaghan Valley: A beautiful stamp in purple colour illustrates the view of the valley in decorated border. All stamps in the set have identical elements; face value and 'Pakistan Postage' in Urdu and English etc.
9 Pies Gilgit: The stamp is in horizontal shape, in blue colour showing panoramic view of, spring in Gilgit through an arch.
1 anna Badshahi Mosque; The historical mosque was the subject of this stamp printed in carmine. The frame of the stamp is same as in 9p.
1 1/2 anna Tomb of Emperor Jahangir: The red coloured stamp in vertical format projects the Tomb of 4th Moghul Emperor Jahangir, located at Lahore, its frame is same as in 6p value.
14 anna Tea Garden; A view from East Pakistan showing Tea Garden.
Re.1, Cotton Field: Cotton field in full bloom is shown on this value in pale green colour.
Rs.2, Jute Field: Jute is a prominent product of East Pakistan, the stamp depicts boats in the river and Jute Field in the background.
The top three values are horizontally larger, having triangles on each corner, showing in Urdu 'Pakistan' at right and 'Postage' at left. These words together, in English are placed at the base.

Unification of West Pakistan December 07, 1955. (1955-3)

One important political change was made in the West Pakistan managerial structure. The status of' four provinces; NWFP, Punjab, Sind and Balochistan, was abolished and merged into one unit of West Pakistan. The area of West Pakistan was divided into 11 Divisions.
This historical change was marked by a set of three stamps on December 7, 1955. Large size vertical stamps in single colour illustrated the map of West Pakistan with new layout. Top two corners were decorated with flag of Pakistan, denomination in Urdu and English were engraved at bottom corners, "Pakistan Postage" in English at the base and in Urdu above the map. Quaid's maxims are placed under the map and date "14th OCTOBER 1955", above the map.

10th Anniversary of United Nations October 24, 1955. (1955-2)

United Nations tenth anniversary was celebrated by Pakistan Post Office with the issuance of two commemorative stamps on October 24, 1955.
Because of late decision to bring out stamp on this day, the printer had no time to design a new stamp, therefore two previously issued values were overprinted \"TENTH ANNIVERSARY/UNITED NATIONS/24.10.55\".
The overprint was in blue colour 19.5mmx18.5mm on 1 1/2a anna (Tomb of Jahangir) and 19.5mmx14.5mm on 12 anna (Sui Gas Plant). The overprinting was applied by letter press by PSPC.
These commemoratives were sold over the counters till November 7,1955 (14 days only) but remained valid for postage for another six months. The quantity produced was 110,000 copies of each value. Forgeries of the set are also known, but differ in font shape and size.

8th Independence Anniversary August 14, 1955. (1955-1)

The subject of the new postage stamps issued on 8th anniversary of Independence was 'Industry', known to collectors as the INDUSTRIAL SET. Four values depicted as many industrial units of the country; 2-anna, Karnaphuly Paper Mill, 6-anna Textile Mill, 8-anna Jute Mill and 12-anna Sui Gas Plant, in deep red, bright blue, violet and carmine and orange colours respectively.
The stamps have identical frames and style of inscriptions, "PAKISTAN POSTAGE" in English is at the base and in Urdu, above the views. Denominations are printed at bottom sides on 2 1/2a and 8a values while on 6a it is at bottom left in English and in Urdu. It is diagonally opposite, on 12a.
The 2½ anna value had a design error as the denominator '2' was engraved to the right of its fraction. This mistake was later corrected.

9th Independence Anniversary August 14, 1956. (1956-2)

Issued on Independence Day, a postage stamp was put on sale to be used as definitive value. The stamp in scarlet colour depicts large size Crescent and Star. The simplified design has a flower in upper right corner and denomination 2 anna, for the first time expressed in Bengali along its Urdu version. "PAKISTAN POSTAGE" is the only inscription at the base of the stamp.

First Session of National Assembly of Pakistan at Dacca October 15, 1956. (1956-3)

In commemoration of the first session of National Assembly of Republic of Pakistan, held for the first time at Dacca, the capital city of East Pakistan, a set of three stamps was released on October 15, 1956.
The stamps are l 1/2 anna (green), 2 anna (sepia) and 12 anna (deep rose red). Depicting map of East Pakistan the stamps also incorporate country name in Bengali for the first time. Commemoration is not mentioned on the stamps and only country name in Bengali and Urdu are engraved on stamps along with their denominations which are placed at bottom left.

Republic Day Commemoration March 23, 1956. (1956-1)

To commemorate the inauguration of Republic Day of Islamic Republic of Pakistan, a postage stamp was released on March 23,1956. This is in bottle green colour and illustrates, at center, the Constituent Assembly Building, Karachi. On side panels Jute plant appears at right and Wheat at left. The caption and date is printed at top and bold 'REPUBLIC DAY' below the building. Denomination 2-anna is shown on sides in English at left and in Urdu at right.
The stamps were withdrawn from sale w.e.f. 22-2-1957.

10th Independence Anniversary August 14, 1957. (1957-3)

During the past ten years, many sets of stamps were issued on August 14, but none of those stating to be commemorating the Independence Day. However, three stamps released this year, were clearly indicated as an Independence issue.
Rather intricate design having many elements put together mainly projecting \'development\' in various fields. Industrial units are shown; Sui Gas Plant, Adamjee Jute Mills, Karnaphuly Paper Mill and Zeal Pak Cement Factory.
A small plant with a single flower on a stem is shown with date 14 Aug 1947 and another one with ten roses has date 14 Aug 1957 to express the growth of the country. An aeroplane is also seen flying above them but below the name of the country in English. The value 1½ anna is in blue, 4anna in orange and 12a is mauve. De La Rue printed the stamps in recess process in half million quantity of each value. On 13-2-1958 the stamps were withdrawn.

Centenary of Struggle for Independence May 10, 1957. (1957-2)

The people of the Indian subcontinent launched a massive stride to get rid off the British rule, in 1857. The struggle was however, did not materialized.
Remembering that historical movement, a set of two stamps was issued on May 10,1957. Denominations of the stamps were 1½ anna and 12 anna in green and blue colours respectively. Main features of the stamp included flag of Pakistan with dates \'1857\' printed above the flag and \'1957\' below the flag, a broken chain is also seen behind \'1857\'. The caption is printed on white panel across the stamp below the flag and face value at bottom right. Country name in these stamps is placed above the chain.

First Anniversary of Republic March 23, 1957. (1957-1)

The first issue of the year, commemorating the first anniversary of Republic was stated to be definitive values, released on 23 March 1957.
The first two stamps were the modified versions of 2½ anna (Industrial set) and 3½ anna (Chughtai Art) values. The third high value stamp was denominated at Rs.10, illustrating Orange Tree.
The frame of the Industrial set 2 1/2a was changed and face value in Urdu was removed. Bengali inscription for "Pakistan" was added at top right. The other value 3 1/2a (Chughtai) also similarly altered.
The rupee value shows Orange Tree in green and orange colours with country name in three languages, in English at foot, others are placed at top; Urdu at left and Bengali at right. Face value Rs.10 is engraved at bottom left.

Republic Day Second Anniversary March 23, 1958. (1958-1)

The 2nd anniversary of Republic Day stamps in Rs.15 denomination will be available for indefinite period and therefore, have no mention of its commemoration.
The stamp is in mauve colour recessed by PSPC showing Coconut Tree, the fruit is shaded in red colour. Because of its definitive identity the design is simple only country name and the name of the tree are engraved on stamp. However, the word \'coconut\' was misspelled as \"cocoanut\". Country name in English is placed at the base and its version in other two languages; Bengali and Urdu, is at the upper corners. Denomination is printed at bottom left.
This stamp was later reprinted on watermark paper.

Second Boy Scout Jamboree, Chittagong December 28, 1958. (1958-4)

To celebrate the second National Jamboree of Pakistan Boy Scouts held at Chittagong (East Pakistan) from December 28, 1958 to January 4,1959, two commemorative postage stamps were brought out on the opening day of the jamboree.
The stamps are not new, in fact those are two previous values overprinted to denote the occasion. The 6p (view from Kaghan Valley, 1954) and 8a taken from Industrial set of 1955.
The overprint was in black reading \"PAKISTAN/BOY SCOUTS\"/ 2nd NATIONAL/ JAMBOREE/ CHITTAGONG/ DEC. 58-JAN.59\". Its vertical measurement differs for its format shape. On lower value (vertical) its size is 23.5mm and on 8a horizontal the overprint is only l5mm. Its breadth on both values is the same; 16.5mm. The overprint was applied by letterpress by PSPC.
On 30-4-1959 the stamps were withdrawn.

10th Anniversary of Human Rights December 10, 1958. (1958-3)

The Declaration of Human rights was adopted by the United Nations on December 10,1948. That was in recognition of the inherent dignity and of inalienable rights of all members of the human family.
Pakistan Post Office issued two stamps on that occasion in 1 ½ anna and 14a denominations. The stamps depicted the globe and the Charter (a book) with the words \"Human Rights\" thereon. The date is given on the sides of globe \"10TH./DEC\" at left and \"1948/1958\" at right. The border around the design shows country name on three sides and \"postage\" at bottom with denomination printed twice on its either side. These stamps were withdrawn from counter w.e.f. 31-1-1964.

20th Death Anniversary of Allama Iqbal April 21, 1956. (1958-2)

Allama Mohammed Iqbal, the great philosopher poet of the East, was born at Sialkot in 1877. He received his early education at his hometown and then shifted to Lahore for higher studies. Iqbal went to Europe where he did his Law from England and got Ph.D., from German Munich University, in 1899.
He joined politics after returning home from abroad and reached the highest post of All India Muslim League twice. Iqbal was an eminent philosopher, an educationist and political thinker, who played a notable role in the renaissance of the Muslims of the Indian Subcontinent and was aptly described as the \'Spiritual Father of Pakistan\'.
Remembering Iqbal on his 20th death anniversary, a set of three stamps was issued on April 21, 1958. A common design was adopted on three values; 1½ anna (mustard), 2a (orange brown) and 14a (fisher blue), also black was used for inscriptions on all stamps.
A floral design forms the centre on which \'Pakistan\' is printed in Urdu calligraphy, a verse of Iqbal in Persian, his date of birth and death and country name in three languages.