It was a parting gift for my senior, he said and I quote ^ That's a lovely bookmark. I have already started to use it in the book being read^ So its a wonderful purchase and thank you for expediting the delivery
Description
The Philately Bookmark: Nataraja is a brass bookmark inspired by the 1949 Trimurti definitive postage stamp.
Reimagined as a lasting object for readers, the bookmark carries the artwork and character of the original stamp, including its delicate perforated edges. Once part of India’s early post-Independence postal series, the Nataraja stamp brought Indian art into everyday letters and postcards.
A keepsake for readers, collectors and lovers of Indian heritage, made to mark pages and preserve stories that have travelled through time.
- Quantity - 1 pc Bookmark + Gift box
- Made in India from the finest recyclable brass metal.
- Golden brass color finish
- High-quality electroplating and lacquer for long-lasting protection and shine.
- Attached with a colored tassel encased in a brass cap.
- A complimentary box for gifting.
- One leaflet explaining the historical significance of the stamp
- Dimensions: 5.80 x 4.50 cms
- Made in small batches in India
The Nataraja Stamp, Reimagined in Brass
- A small piece of India’s artistic and postal history
At the heart of this brass bookmark is an image inspired by the Nataraja stamp, one of India’s early post-Independence definitive postage stamps.
Issued in 1949, the two annas Nataraja stamp was part of India’s first definitive series after Independence, a set created for everyday postal use. Unlike commemorative stamps, which mark a special occasion, definitive stamps were meant to travel widely on ordinary letters, postcards and parcels. In this way, the Nataraja stamp carried Indian art into daily life, moving quietly from hand to hand, letter by letter.
The design is inspired by Nataraja, Lord Shiva as the divine dancer, one of Indian art’s most powerful expressions of movement, rhythm and cosmic balance. In this graceful form, Shiva’s dance evokes creation, preservation and transformation, held together in a single sacred image.
This piece is a tribute to India’s artistic inheritance, the beauty of correspondence, the pleasure of reading, and the enduring charm of objects made with care.
A bookmark for journeys. A keepsake for memory. A stamp for stories that have travelled through time.
Philately Range - An Ode to Stamp Collecting
- A Founder’s Note by Anand Prakash
Long before emails, instant messages and social media, there was the quiet joy of a letter. And with every letter came a stamp, a small piece of paper that could carry a world within it.
My own fascination with stamps began as a child in Mussoorie, when I was studying at Wynberg Allen School. We had a stamp-collecting club, and I remember being completely drawn into this world of miniature art, distant countries, old histories, and careful collecting. We made collages with used stamps, exchanged duplicates, arranged them by theme, and slowly began to understand that a stamp was never just a stamp. It was a little window into geography, culture, travel, kings, queens, monuments, wildlife, flowers, aircraft, freedom movements and the stories nations chose to tell about themselves.
There was a shop in Mussoorie called The Doll Shop, and during our outings, we would often visit it with great excitement. The owner had a fascinating collection of stamps, and for us, it felt like entering a small museum. With the little pocket money we had, we would buy a few stamps every month. He taught us the value of unused stamps, and I remember carefully choosing what I could afford. I was especially drawn to old Indian stamps, while other students collected by theme. Some chose flowers, some aeroplanes, and some were fascinated by the shiny circular stamps from Bhutan.
I still have my old collection from those years. It has travelled with me through time, even though I no longer pursue the hobby with the same vigour.
In many ways, this new range of gifts and souvenirs is my ode to stamp collecting, or philately, as it is formally known. Philately is more than a hobby. It teaches patience, curiosity, observation and care. It encourages us to look closely, to ask where something came from, why it was issued, what it represents, and what story it carries. Through stamps, one learns about the world in the most charming and unexpected way.
I also feel that many of us have slowly forgotten the importance of hobbies. In a time when phones and social media fill every empty moment, we have fewer quiet pursuits that stay with us, teach us, and keep us meaningfully occupied. Hobbies are important not only in childhood, but also later in life. They give us joy, discipline, memory and a sense of continuity.
At Anand Prakash, we have always loved objects with stories. This philately-inspired collection brings together stamps, writing, paper, brass, memory and Indian craftsmanship. It is created for collectors, writers, travellers, students of history, and anyone who still finds beauty in things made to be kept.
For me, this range is not just about stamps. It is about childhood, letters, pocket money, Mussoorie outings, school clubs, old albums, forgotten hobbies, and the quiet thrill of holding a small object that has travelled through time.
For those who collect stories, not just stamps.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 1906 reviews.
Such an aesthetic purchase and a best gift for myself. Loved the supplementary gifts as well.
Beautiful piece
It is lovely, exquisite and elegant:-)
Beautiful products.
This is beautiful ❤️ I have ordered earlier for personal use and now I have ordered for gifting purpose.
Sleek
Beautiful reminder of past era
It is not just a book mark but connects one with our heritage
It’s a feeling of amazement with so much happiness of our friendship bond becoming even stronger with this bookmark which reminds me always when I take a book to read.
I bought it for my son and he loves it….
This was a repeat purchase as I loved it so much !
Makes you feel more connected to our tradition. Beautiful bookmark along with complimentary li’l notepad and textured cutout cards.
Thank you so much for this beautiful 'Herbs of Kitchen' bookmark. Loved your care to deliver the order well in time... ❣️
The bookmark is one of its kind. I'm a lover of bookmarks and I'm just soo happy to add it to my collection. Alongwith the bookmark, there's a card which has the poem printed on it.. just reminded me of school days when I first read this poem.. Thankeww soo much for this lovely bookmark and also for the little journal with 'Delhi' cover.. loved it..
Very good product and very Beautifully crafted amazing product...
The bookmark is of graet quality
Good quality bookmark - bought it for a friend and they liked it :)
Nice packaging and product
Very nice packaging and gift packing. Well received. Product is premium.
I loved the finish of the products from Anand Prakash. The options for unique gifting, the exclusive feel, and the thoughtfully provided envelopes complemented the order beautifully. The products were delivered even before timeline at peak festive time. They were also decently priced. A welcome note and complimentary gift completed the order, and online purchase experience.
I really liked the quality of the product
It was just fabulous!! And a perfect gift for book lovers.
This feather book mark is for another author .
Live the classy number 3 bookmark.
Excellent product. Great quality..!
Loved the studio. Love the product. Looking forward to their new releases !
Elegant Brass Piece – Perfect Desk Display😊 I purchased the golden NATO Alphabets bookmark from Anand Prakash. The intricate brass craft and finish are exceptional! Instead of a standard bookmark, I had it mounted vertically on a piece of seasoned Jackfruit wood (Panasa) to create a custom reference plaque for my desk. The golden brass cutout against the natural wood grain looks absolutely stunning. Truly a exquisite piece of craftsmanship. Thank you!
The book marker of Lord Jagganath , made of brass and 24K gold plating is an piece of Art. Loved this product.
This is super sturdy yet very elegant book mark. Love it
I love how intricate the details are. It’s beautiful and the quality is supreme. I especially loved the packaging along with the thoughtful freebies. <3
Nice . Love it
Took for my friend who own bicycle and avid reader based in Germany
Stunning and premium product. A fitting gift for my brother visiting from US, to take home a legacy of India. Thank you for the lovely free gift.
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It added sheer elegance and sophistication to my Gratitude Jar 🥰💕
Very happy with the product.. elegant, cute bookmarks
It looks really nice and more of a showpiece than an actual bookmark. Only time will tell if the shine wears off easily. Great for gifting.
Very well crafted. Comes with a lovely envelope to gift!
When reading feels like 🎵🎶🎵 music!!