A set of special stamps featuring giant pandas will be issued on July 1, marking Ying Ying and Le Le's first anniversary of their public debut. Related stamp products will also go on sale that day.

The pictures of four stamps are in different shapes including a heart ($1.40), a leaf ($2.40), a panda head ($3) and a flower ($5).

Official first day covers at $1 each will be on sale at all post offices from June 17. Advance orders for servicing self-provided covers will be accepted at 37 philatelic offices from June 17 to 23.

Meanwhile, two limited edition prestige stamp sets with panda paw prints will be issued on July 1 to raise funds for the rebuilding of Sichuan panda facilities. Click here to see the stamps.