Bolivia Coat of Arms

Bolivia · 1867 · 5c

This is the first postage stamp issued by Bolivia, featuring the national coat of arms at its center. The design is framed by nine stars at the top, representing the nine departments of Bolivia at the time, and a condor with outstretched wings at the bottom.

Issued in 1867, this stamp marks Bolivia's entry into the global postal system, a significant step in modernizing its communication infrastructure during the 19th century.