common1945-1980

United Nations 25th Anniversary

Name: United Nations 25th Anniversary
Brand: Nigeria
Availability: InStock

Nigeria · 1970 · 6d & 1s 6d

This set of two stamps commemorates the 25th anniversary of the United Nations. The 6d stamp features the UN emblem, while the 1s 6d stamp depicts a stylized dove of peace with an olive branch, symbolizing the organization's mission. Both designs incorporate the anniversary years '1945-1970'.

Issued in 1970, these stamps reflect Nigeria's participation in international affairs and its support for the United Nations' goals of peace and security, a decade after gaining its independence.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

united-nations anniversary peace symbols

Catalog Numbers

sg221-222

scott249-250

michel235-236

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

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.