Mauritius 1968 Definitive - 1 Rupee, Queen Elizabeth II
Mauritius · 1968 · 1 R
This definitive stamp features a right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, based on the iconic Machin head design by Arnold Machin. The denomination of 1 Rupee is displayed prominently, and the country name 'MAURITIUS' is inscribed at the top. This design was part of a new definitive series issued following Mauritius's independence.
Issued in 1968, this stamp marks the year Mauritius gained independence from the United Kingdom, becoming a sovereign state within the Commonwealth of Nations with Queen Elizabeth II as its head of state.
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Photogravure
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