World Specialists in Historic Commemorative Stamp Issues in Precious Metals
For over 30 years The Hallmark Group, London has collaborated with governments and philatelic organisations throughout the world to celebrate and commemorate important national events. Hallmark works with the finest artists and sculptors to re-create historic postage stamps as exquisitely engraved replicas, flawlessly minted in pure (.999) Swiss silver and layered with 24 carat gold. Each Hallmark Commemorative Issue is an authentic record of unique quality, prized by collectors throughout the world and a rare treasure to pass on to future generations. Never before in the modern era has the impact of India on the world been greater, and The Pride of India Collection is issued with the deepest respect and reverence for the history and culture of the nation that has made this happen.
First most important stamp ingot collection ever produced for India
The Pride of India Collection is the first and most important stamp ingot collection ever produced for India . It is a treasured heirloom to be passed from one generation to another, with 25 stamps chosen to be preserved forever as engraved solid pure silver ingots, layered with pure 24-carat gold.
The Pride of India Collection is an Official Programme of Hallmark India Private Limited issued under the Authority of Dept.. of Posts, Govt. of India. It is the first Stamp Ingot collection ever to be produced for India , and its release is strictly limited to 7,500 editions worldwide.
A rare collection of stamps from the archives of Dept.of Posts was selected to collectively showcase India ’s social, cultural, historical and artistic diaspora and thus feature eminent personalities, monuments, events of historical significance, pieces of art (paintings, motifs, dance etc), scientific strides and all such representations that truly evoke in us a sense of pride of being part of India . The entire programme has been introduced and endorsed by none other than Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, India ’s distinguished ex-President.
The 'Pride of India' collection is the latest addition to the international scene, and celebrates the unique culture and history of the world's greatest democracy, and the emergence of India as a world power.
The Process
To ensure the highest quality, each precious image has been sculpted by the world's finest artists and minted by Swiss craftsmen. Pure silver ingots (Swiss .999) are placed in a huge 360 ton minting press and struck with massive pressure to bring out every tiny details of the original design. Perforations are precision diamond cut, and each stamp ingot is layered with pure 24-carat gold to create a perfect golden masterpiece.
How To Order
The Pride of India Collection is a strictly limited edition of only 7,500 complete collections worldwide. It is not available in any store or Post Office, but only by subscription. Once the edition limit is reached, the dies will be defaced so they can never be used again..
The stamp ingots are sent at the rate of one per month until the individual collection is complete, beginning within 30 days of receipt of an individual’s application. Though each stamp ingot will vary in size to conform to the original stamp, the price of each is fixed at Rs. 6,000, inclusive of all duties and taxes. This price is guaranteed through the period of issue and includes delivery and all accessories.
A subscription booking may be made in one of two ways: through helpline numbers 011-26207151/
*Orders for only complete set of 25 ingots are accepted though customers are dispatched one ingot per month over a 25 month programme. However after the first 9 months or so, customers could get the entire balance ingots in one go if they so indicate this preference upfront.
Cost
The total cost of the Collection (comprising 25 ingots)is Rupees One Lac Fifty Thousand(inclusive of all taxes), with each ingot worth Six Thousand
Ajay Sachdeva: MD Hallmark India
Hallmark India Private Limited was incorporated in August 2008 as a Joint venture between Hallmark Group Limited, London with 51 % holding and Ajay Sachdeva, Managing Director Hallmark India Private Limited holding the balance 49 % stake. Ajay Sachdeva, an MBA in marketing from IIM Ahmedabad having around 25 years of rich experience spanning reputed organizations such as Reckitt& Colman, Levi Strauss & Co,, Motorola,Tata Indicom, is a well known corporate strategist & marketing professional with great communication skills. Known for his eye on detail, Ajay Sachdeva has been accredited with conceptualizing and successfully building & turning around brands with multiple brand launches and new business & product initiatives tucked under his belt. For Sachdeva, “The Pride of India Collection’s defining theme is to showcase the achievements of India and the progress made in diverse fields.”to a fraternity comprising Philatelists, discerning and tasteful art lovers and a host of individuals who perceive this Collection as a great treasure to possess and a wonderful memento to gift to their near and dear ones.”
The Pride of India Collection Includes:
· Twenty five solid Silver Stamp ingots, plated with 24 carat Gold.
· Jeweller's cloth and cotton handling gloves.
· Elegantly lacquered wood collectors chest with spatula for storing the
ingots.Customers are given the choice to have their names/names of those
they wish to gift the Collection to, engraved on the wooden chest
· Twenty five individual Fact Cards and Collector's Album.
· Special edition of the book 'Enchanting India'.
· Numbered Certificate of Authenticity guaranteeing the purity of
precious metals(silver and gold) used.
Pride of India Collection, a success story already
In less than six months of its inception, the Pride of India Collection has already notched up sales close to 2000 sets and the subscriber base continues to expand month after month
