Albanian Costumes, Definitive Issue

Albania · 1980 · 5 Leke

This definitive stamp features a woman dressed in the traditional folk costume of the Myzeqe region of Albania. The design highlights the intricate embroidery and distinctive elements of regional Albanian attire. It was part of a larger series showcasing the diverse cultural heritage of the country through its traditional clothing.

Issued during the later years of the socialist People's Republic of Albania under Enver Hoxha, this series promoted national identity and cultural pride through traditional, non-political themes like folklore.