Avid philatelist has over 930 snake zodiac stamps in his Snakes on Stamps collection

Lowis with his extensive snake-themed stamp collection. Photos: Johnny Lowis

The Lunar New Year is fast approaching and many stamp collectors are excited to celebrate one of the most fascinating animals in the Chinese zodiac – the snake.

A longstanding tradition in the world of philately, Chinese zodiac stamps continue to captivate collectors and enthusiasts alike.