Cyprus Republic Coat of Arms

Cyprus · 1960 · 3 Mils

This definitive stamp features the newly adopted Coat of Arms of the Republic of Cyprus. The design consists of a shield depicting a dove holding an olive branch, symbolizing peace, with the year '1960' underneath, marking the year of independence. The shield is surrounded by two green olive branches, also representing peace.

Issued on August 16, 1960, this was one of the first stamps released by the newly independent Republic of Cyprus, following the end of British colonial rule. The design elements were chosen to represent the new nation's hope for peace and sovereignty.