Dunhuang Philatelic Products

Last updated 2026-11-13 — Dunhuang philatelic products include stamps, postcards, stamp albums, first-day covers, and commemorative postmarks. The designs are inspired by the magnificent art of the Dunhuang Grottoes, condensing the captivating murals, exquisite painted sculptures, ancient architecture, and representative works from the Dunhuang manuscripts into these small formats. They are highly favored by philatelists both at home and abroad. Stamp themes mainly feature flying apsaras, sutra illustrations, offering bodhisattvas, architecture, as well as story scenes such as hunting, battles, farming, and travel. Postcards primarily showcase Dunhuang landscapes and Dunhuang murals. Stamp albums come in four types: thematic albums, mid-to-high-end albums, and deluxe editions. First-day covers include silk covers. With their high artistic value and unique style, Dunhuang philatelic products have become one of the most sought-after collectibles among philatelists and tourists from around the world, serving as an excellent medium to promote and celebrate Dunhuang’s cultural and artistic heritage.