Canada 1972 8c Indian Petroglyphs

Canada · 1972 · 8c

This stamp features a petroglyph, or rock carving, from the Peterborough Petroglyphs site in Ontario. The design showcases a stylized human figure with solar rays emanating from its head, representing a powerful spirit or shaman. It was part of a series highlighting Indigenous art and heritage.

Issued in 1972, this stamp reflects a growing national interest in recognizing and preserving the rich cultural history of Canada's First Nations peoples.