Costa Rica 1970 International Education Year

Costa Rica · 1970 · 10 céntimos

This stamp commemorates the International Education Year, a UNESCO initiative. The design features a stylized human figure reading an open book, symbolizing the pursuit of knowledge and literacy. The UNESCO emblem is prominently displayed, highlighting the global nature of the campaign.

Issued in 1970, this stamp was part of a worldwide series by many postal administrations to promote UNESCO's International Education Year, which aimed to mobilize efforts for the expansion and improvement of education globally.