Iceland 1933, 'The Thingvellir Parliament Plain' Airmail Stamp

Iceland · 1933 · 30 aurar

This airmail stamp features an engraved depiction of Þingvellir (Thingvellir), the historic site of Iceland's Alþingi, one of the oldest parliaments in the world. The dramatic landscape of the rift valley is shown, symbolizing the nation's deep historical and geological roots. The stamp was part of a series commemorating the Althing Millennial.

Issued in 1933, this stamp was part of a definitive airmail series that followed the major 1930 issue celebrating the 1000th anniversary of the Icelandic Parliament. It highlights a site of immense national importance during a period of growing Icelandic identity and sovereignty.