1948 London Olympics Overprinted Stamps for Tangier

United Kingdom · 1948 · 2½d

Two British stamps featuring the Olympic rings and a torchbearer, originally issued for the 1948 London Olympics, overprinted 'TANGIER' for use in the British Post Office in Tangier. Denominations are 2½d and 6d.

These stamps commemorate the first Olympic Games held after World War II, symbolizing a return to international peace and sporting competition. The 'TANGIER' overprint indicates their specific use in the British Post Office within the International Zone of Tangier.