New stamp issues are released every year along with first day covers and presentation packs. Have you ever wondered how these items are produced? Behind The Scenes is a three-part feature which gives you an overview of the groundwork done before the above-mentioned items are ready for you. The following article "How Stamps Are Printed" is the first in this feature.
Postage stamps are more than just payment for mail services. They are the so-called "Paper Ambassadors" that carry images of Singapore around the world. Printing them requires careful preparation, checking and security.
