Rizal Monument, Philippines

Philippines · 1962 · 6c

This definitive stamp features the Rizal Monument located in Rizal Park, Manila. The monument, designed by Richard Kissling, is a memorial to the Filipino nationalist and martyr, José Rizal. The design is simple and focuses on the iconic bronze sculpture and granite obelisk.

Issued in 1962, this stamp was part of a definitive series that highlighted national symbols and heroes during a period of growing Filipino nationalism and cultural identity in the post-war era.