CHINA FIRST DAY COVER – 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BIRTH OF PHOTOGRAPHY (1989)

This artistic First Day Cover (F.D.C.), issued on October 15, 1989, commemorates the 150th anniversary of the invention of photography.

• The cover features a vibrant lens-inspired circular design, symbolizing the art and mechanics of photography.
• The 8 fen commemorative stamp depicts a person capturing a photo, with colorful elements representing creativity and visual storytelling.
• The back includes a bilingual explanation of the event, stating the stamp was issued by the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications of the People’s Republic of China.
• Designed by Wang Huming, the FDC celebrates the profound impact of photography on art, communication, and human expression.