Nigeria Independence Commemorative
Nigeria · 1960 · 2d
This stamp commemorates the independence of Nigeria on October 1, 1960. The design features a map of Nigeria with its new national flag superimposed, symbolizing the nation's sovereignty and unity. The vibrant green and white of the flag stand out against the map's background.
Issued to mark Nigeria's transition from a British colony to a fully independent nation within the Commonwealth, this stamp is a key piece of early Nigerian postal history.
Printing Method
Photogravure
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