Albanian Folk Costumes

Albania · 1962 · 12.50 Lek

This stamp is part of a set showcasing the diverse and colorful traditional folk costumes of Albania. The design features a woman from the Shkodër region in northern Albania, dressed in an elaborate and beautifully detailed regional outfit. The set highlights the rich cultural heritage and distinct identities of different Albanian regions through their traditional attire.

Issued in 1962, this set reflects a period when the People's Socialist Republic of Albania often used postage stamps to promote national identity and cultural pride amidst its political isolation.