India – Scott # 1416, used
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1992 India Scott #1416, a used commemorative stamp issued for the XXV Olympic Games in Barcelona. Features an energetic boxing scene with Olympic symbolism in a modern illustrative style.
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Description
Issued in 1992, India Scott #1416 commemorates the XXV Olympic Games, held in Barcelona, Spain. The issue highlights India’s participation in the modern Olympic movement and reflects the country’s ongoing engagement with international sport during the post-liberalization era of the early 1990s.
The design features a dynamic, painterly illustration of two boxers in action, captured mid-bout with expressive brushwork and bold color contrasts. The figures’ motion and intensity convey the physicality and competitive spirit of Olympic boxing, while the Olympic rings appear at upper left, anchoring the design within the global Olympic tradition. The energetic composition departs from traditional engraved styles, embracing a contemporary, almost poster-like aesthetic typical of late 20th-century sports commemoratives.
Denominated 1100 paise, the stamp was intended for higher-value postal rates and commemorative usage. The modern graphic style and vivid imagery reflect a shift in Indian stamp design toward expressive, illustrative approaches during this period.
This example is offered used, bearing a clear cancellation consistent with postal use. The stamp retains strong color, legible design elements, and intact perforations with normal circulation wear.
Country: India
Year of Issue: 1992
Scott Number: 1416
Denomination: 1100 paise
Condition: Used
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