Bulgaria 1931 Balkan Games
Bulgaria · 1931 · Various (1L to 30L)
This set of seven stamps was issued to commemorate the 2nd Balkan Games held in Sofia, Bulgaria. Each stamp depicts a different athletic event, including discus, javelin, running, high jump, shot put, hurdles, and pole vault. The designs capture the dynamic motion of the athletes, celebrating the spirit of regional sportsmanship.
Issued by the Kingdom of Bulgaria under Tsar Boris III, this set marks an early example of stamps dedicated to a specific sporting event, promoting the Balkan Games as a symbol of regional cooperation and athletic prowess.
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