Europa CEPT: History and Legends - Europa and the Bull

Cyprus · 1984 · 15c

This stamp, part of the 1984 Europa CEPT series, features a modern artistic interpretation of the Greek myth of Europa and the Bull. The design depicts Europa being carried away by the god Zeus, who has transformed himself into a white bull. The stamp's theme for the year was 'History and Legends,' a common subject for the annual Europa issues.

Issued in 1984, this stamp reflects the annual collaboration of European postal administrations (CEPT) to release stamps with a common theme, fostering cultural unity and philatelic interest across the continent.