Ethiopia 1960 World Refugee Year

Ethiopia · 1960 · 5c, 10c, 15c, 20c, 25c, 30c, 40c, 50c, 60c, 80c, 1$, 2$

This set of twelve stamps was issued to commemorate World Refugee Year, a United Nations initiative to raise awareness and funds for refugees worldwide. The designs feature a stylized tree with deep roots superimposed over a map of the world, symbolizing the displacement and resilience of refugees. Each stamp in the series has a different denomination and color scheme.

Issued in 1960 during the reign of Emperor Haile Selassie, this set reflects Ethiopia's participation in international humanitarian efforts coordinated by the United Nations.