Holy Spirit Cathedral, Accra

Ghana · 1957 · 2½d

This stamp features a detailed illustration of the Holy Spirit Cathedral in Accra, the capital city of Ghana. The design highlights the prominent architectural features of the cathedral, a significant religious landmark. This was the first definitive stamp issued by the newly independent nation of Ghana.

Issued on March 6, 1957, this stamp was part of the very first set released to mark Ghana's independence from British colonial rule (formerly the Gold Coast), making it a historically significant issue.