Macao – Scott # 1001, used

Description

Issued in 1999, Macao Scott #1001 forms part of a commemorative issue celebrating Macao’s culinary heritage, specifically highlighting traditional Cantonese and Macanese cuisine. Released during the final year of Portuguese administration, the stamp reflects the territory’s rich cultural identity on the eve of its transition to Chinese sovereignty.

The design presents an expansive illustrated banquet scene featuring an array of traditional dishes, including dim sum, pastries, soups, and tea service, arranged across a communal table. Rendered in soft, hand-drawn pastel tones, the composition emphasizes abundance, hospitality, and the social importance of shared meals. Bilingual inscriptions in Portuguese and Chinese reference Gastronomia e Doçaria (Gastronomy and Confectionery), underscoring Macao’s blended cultural traditions.

Printed as a wide-format design and commonly encountered as part of a se-tenant strip, the stamp carries a denomination of 2.5 patacas. The artistic style and subject matter reflect late-period Macao issues that increasingly focused on local culture, daily life, and intangible heritage rather than colonial symbolism.

This example is offered used, bearing clear postal cancellations consistent with circulation. The stamp retains strong color, fine illustrative detail, and intact perforations across the wide format.

Country: Macao
Year of Issue: 1999
Scott Number: 1001
Denomination: 2.5 patacas
Condition: Used