01 December 2021
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Luxembourg's seasonal stamps show what at first glance appears to be a simple graphic representation of winter, but closer inspection, however, we can see that the two snowflakes exhibit amazing symmetrical properties.
At first glance, it is a graphic representation of winter that seems to adorn this year's special stamps. On closer inspection, however, we can see that the two snowflakes exhibit amazing symmetrical properties.
Hypersymmetrics, or "multidimensional symmetry", is a form of pictorial representation developed by artist Jens W. Beyrich. Some 10 16 arrangements are possible with the 12 stars which form the basic shape of the snowflakes.
If each were represented on a coaster, we could cover the surface of the Earth.
Stamp price: € 0.90
Concept: Jens W. Beyrich (FL)
Layout: Ben Hemmen, POST Luxembourg (LU)
Printing: Offset lithography, black, 2 colours
metallic pantone, 2 matte pantone colors,
phosphorescent inks by Cartor Security Printer, Meaucé la Loupe (FR)
Format: 35 x 35 mm, 12 stamps per sheet, decorated edges.