China R31 - Chinese Birds (Issue II)

The second issue of the Chinese Bird definitive series revealed April 1st with two values: 4.20 yuan Phoenicurus alaschanicus and 5.40 yuan Emberiza koslowi.  The series, believed to be among the most high-tech.stamps ever printed by China debutted February this year.   Date of Issue April 1, 2002 Denomination and Design 4.20 yuan Phoenicurus alaschanicus 5.40 yuan Emberiza koslowi Designer Huang Huaqiang Editer Lui Yushu Size 27x38mm Perforation 13.5x13 Paper Stamp paper with fluorescent fiber Printing Process gravure, four color, micro-printing Sheet Sheet of 30 Printer Beijing Stamp Printing House