Malaysia 2015 - Traditional Attire (Four Nation Stamp Exhibition)

Technical Details:
Date of Issue: 04 December 2015
Stamp Value: 60 sen x 4 designs
Stamp Size: 27 mm x 32 mm
Perforation: 14
Miniature Sheet Value: RM3.20 (price inclusive 6% GST)
Miniature Sheet Size: 90 mm x 80 mm
Stamp Paper: SPM Watermarked, Phosphor Coated
Sheet Content: 20 pcs
Paper: SPM Watermarked, Phosphor Coated
Printing Process: Litography
Printer: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn Bhd

Stamp Designer: World Communications Network Resources (M) Sdn Bhd

Traditional Attire

Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and Indonesia are countries known to be rich in cultures and traditions, and thus have many different types of traditional attires. In conjuction with the FourNation Stamp Exhibition, hosted by Malaysia in December 2015, a special issue stamp themed "Traditional Attire" wil be issued to represent each country taking part in the exhibition.

0.60 Malaysia Ringgit - Traditional Attire of Malaysia (Malay)

Attire worn traditionally by the Malays is the result of the growth in fashion, that has gone through many different influences and time. The traditional attire for the Malay men which is still popular is the Baju Melayu and the Baju Kurung, Baju Kebaya Panjang, Baju Kebaya Pendek, Baju Kurung Kedah, and Baju Pahang are the common traditional Attire for the Malay women. In addition, there are also other traditional Malay attires that are considered classic such as the style of Puteri Perak, Cik Siti Wan Kembang, Baju Menora, and Baju Minangkabau.

0.60 Malaysia Ringgit - Traditional Attire of Indonesia (Yogyakarta)

Yogyakarta man is portrayed wearing Kesatrian Ageng; a traditional attire in the form of a headgear known as blangkon, a suit with a closed-neck collar, and a keris tucked in the back of the waist. The woman wears a Putri Jogja, a kebaya on top of the matching batik that is tied in a specific way. Jewelry such as earrings, necklaces, and rings adorn the couple. Kesatrian Ageng and Putri Jogya that used to be only worn by the royal family can now be worn by everyone during special occasions.

0.60 Malaysia Ringgit - Traditional Attire of Singapore

The Cheongsam is the Cantonese pronunciation for "ChangShan", or "long garment" for the Chinese women while "Thanzhuang" is the outer jacket worn by the Chinese men in Singapore. Although typically thought to be a traditional Chinese costumes, it actually originated from the Qing (Manchu) dynasty. Today, the Cheongsam or "Qipao" as it is known in Mandarin, worn by women is flattering to the body, and comes in many varying lengths, colours and designs. Thanzhuang and Cheongsam are now often worn by the Chinese men and women in Singapore for during special occasions such as wedding or Chinese New Year celebration.

0.60 Malaysia Ringgit - Traditional Attire of Thailand

The traditional attire of Thailand shown are known as the "Suea Bhraratcha-than" for the men and "Thai Chakkraphat" for the women. Thai Chakkrabhat is Thai dress with a pleated shawl cover and a thicker shawl with full embroidery on the upper shawl. It can be worn for official royal or national ceremonies.