Armenian Genocide stamp and first day envelope to be issued

YEREVAN (YERKIR) – In commemoration of the 90th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, 40,000 stamps and 700 first day envelopes, featuring broken khachkar (cross-stone) will be issued by April, Armenpress reported.

Besides, stamps to mark the 125th anniversary of renowned Armenian artist Martiros Sarian, 70th anniversary of writer Hrant Matevosian will also be issued in addition to stamps dedicated to other Armenian celebrities as well as the Armenian national cuisine and Armenian alphabet.

The 25 stamps will be issued in 25,000 to 30,000 copies.