25th Anniversary of Independence - 120 millimes

Country : Tunisie

Continent : Afrique

Issued on : 20/03/1981

Age : 46 years

Michel Reference
TN 996A
Stanley Reference
TN 970
Yvert Reference
TN 933
Themes
Events
Description
This issue commemorates the silver jubilee of Tunisia's regained sovereignty (1956-1981). The visual is dominated by the profile of Habib Bourguiba, leading figure of the national movement and first President of the Republic, topped by a national flag flying dynamically against a background of green palm leaves. This stamp symbolizes the success of the construction of the modern State, national unity and the pride of a people who knew how to conquer their autonomy. It is a celebration of Tunisian historical memory, highlighting the path taken towards progress and republican stability.
Size
26x45 mm
Colors
Polychrome
Designer
Hatem El Mekki
Printers
Courvoisier S.A
Perforation
11¾
Print
Photogravure
Face Value
1,20 DT
Mint Value
Used Value
Print Run
508 000 exemplaires
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