This striking pair of Bhutan airmail stamps, both denominated 25 Chhetrum, features vibrant depictions of symbolic animals. The first stamp shows a stylized mythical snow lion in vivid purple against a soft gray background, a creature revered in Himalayan mythology as a guardian of strength and joy. The second presents a Bengal tiger in bright orange against green, symbolizing protection and fearlessness. Both stamps bear black handstamp overprints with Bhutanese script and figures, marking them as a distinct variety within Bhutan’s colorful 1960s philatelic output. Issued during Bhutan’s experimental period of highly artistic and unusual designs, these stamps reflect the kingdom’s cultural heritage and its effort to attract worldwide collectors.