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Europa 1960 - CEPT Logo
common1945-1980

Europa 1960 - CEPT Logo

Ireland · 1960 · 5d

This stamp was issued as part of the first joint Europa series, celebrating European cooperation. The design, common to all participating nations, features the letters 'EUROPA' arranged in a wheel-like pattern, symbolizing unity and progress. The Irish issue is distinguished by its green color and the country name 'EIRE' at the bottom.

The 1960 Europa issue marked a significant moment in postal collaboration, with 19 member countries of the European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations (CEPT) releasing stamps with a common design.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg180
scott165
michel168

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$3
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.