Kenya, Uganda & Tanzania 1973 Ancient Coins

Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania · 1973 · 30c, 50c, 1/-, 2/50, 5/-

This set of five stamps features ancient coins found in East Africa, highlighting the region's long history of trade and commerce. The designs depict a Ptolemaic coin, a Chinese coin from the Tang Dynasty, a Persian coin, a Portuguese coin, and a coin from the Kilwa Sultanate. Each stamp beautifully illustrates the historical currency that once circulated in the area.

Issued jointly by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, this set celebrates the shared archaeological heritage of the East African Community, which operated a common postal service at the time.