Portugal 1970 500th Anniversary of the Discovery of the Azores

Portugal · 1970 · 1$00

This stamp commemorates the 500th anniversary of the discovery of the Azores archipelago. The design features a stylized map of the islands alongside a depiction of a 15th-century caravel, the type of ship used by Portuguese explorers during the Age of Discovery.

Issued during the Estado Novo regime, this stamp celebrates Portugal's historical achievements in maritime exploration, reinforcing national pride during a period of colonial conflict.