uncommon1945-1980

Kenya 1964 Republic Day Commemorative Issue

Name: Kenya 1964 Republic Day Commemorative Issue
Brand: Kenya

Kenya · 1964 · 15c, 20c, 50c, 1s30c, 2s50c Kenyan Shillings

This five-stamp set commemorates Kenya's Republic Day, featuring a white rooster, a portrait of President Jomo Kenyatta, a lion, a turaco bird, and a flame tree flower. The designs showcase national symbols and natural heritage.

Issued in 1964, this set marks Kenya's transition from a Commonwealth realm to a republic, with Jomo Kenyatta as its first President. It celebrates the new nation's identity and independence.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

republic-day national-symbols portraits jomo-kenyatta wildlife birds mammals flora

Catalog Numbers

sg10-14

scott10-14

michel10-14

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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