1998 Chinese New Year - Tiger 32 Cent US Postage Stamp MNH Sheet of 20 Scott #3179

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We are pleased to offer for sale this 1998 Chinese New Year - Tiger 32 Cent US Postage Stamp MNH Sheet of 20 Scott #3179.

• Country: United States
• Stamp Name: Chinese New Year
  
• First Day Cover Issue Date: January 5th, 1998
• Denomination: 32 cents
• Scott Number - 3179 Year of the Tiger
  
• Illustrations - A2462 Year of the Tiger
• Color: Multicolor
• Condition: MNH (Mint Never Hinged) Stamp Sheet is a stock photo. Plate positions may vary.
• Sheet Size: 20 stamps. 4 across, 5 down.
• History: The Chinese New Year is a unique cycle wherein the date of the new year changes annually. The date of the new year in the Chinese cycle is determined by the new moon that occurs in late January or February. Unlike the Gregorian calendar of the United Kingdom, the Chinese calendar is based on a 12-year cycle.  The tiger is the third animal of this cycle.  According to Chinese symbology, tigers are said to be tolerant, valiant, and respected.
  

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