Bolivia Coat of Arms, Condor and Stars

Bolivia · 1867 · 5 Centavos

This is the first postage stamp issued by Bolivia, featuring the national coat of arms at its center. The design is framed by an oval containing nine five-pointed stars, representing the nine departments of Bolivia at the time, with a prominent condor perched atop the shield.

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