Cambodia Mint Stamps - Cambodia Used Stamps - Cambodia Newest Stamps
Most Cambodians consider themselves to be Khmers, descendants of the Angkor Empire that extended over much of Southeast Asia and reached its zenith between the 10th and 13th centuries. Attacks by the Thai and Cham (from present-day Vietnam) weakened the empire, ushering in a long period of decline. The king placed the country under French protection in 1863 and it became part of French Indochina in 1887. Following Japanese occupation in World War II, Cambodia gained full independence from France in 1953.
Cambodia stamps are among the most interesting and undervalued in Southeast Asia. Topical stamps predominate, particularly after 1974 when printing and design work was done in Cuba. Philatelic independence was achieved by Cambodia in the early 21st Century and new designs have been locally produced and distributed in a very limited manner. Recent Cambodia issues are elusive, undervalued by Scott and not held in quantity by any dealers.
The pre Cuban issues of the 1960’s and 70’s were produced under the Prince Sihanouk regime and were low priced and plentiful. Topical stamps for fish, butterflies, space and other themes of the era are plentiful. Stamps are low priced, attractive and in great demand.
To see the latest Cambodia new stamps please see the New Issue Listings on the Herrick Stamp Company website.