Slovak Coat of Arms

Slovakia · 1993 · 1 Sk

This stamp features the national coat of arms of Slovakia. The design consists of a silver (argent) double cross on a blue (azure) background, situated on a central peak of three hills. This emblem is a powerful symbol of Slovak national identity and heritage.

Issued on January 1, 1993, this was the very first postage stamp of the newly independent Slovak Republic, following the peaceful dissolution of Czechoslovakia. Its issuance marked a significant moment in the nation's history, establishing its philatelic sovereignty.