Europa 1960, Dove and Olive Branch

Name: Europa 1960, Dove and Olive Branch
Brand: Tunisia

Tunisia · 1960 · 25 F

This stamp was part of the first unified design for the annual EUROPA series, created by Finnish artist Pentti Rahikainen. The design features a stylized dove of peace carrying an olive branch, symbolizing unity and cooperation among European nations.

Issued in 1960, this stamp represents Tunisia's participation in the Conference of European Postal and Telecommunications Administrations (CEPT), promoting closer collaboration across the continent.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

europa doves peace olive-branch

Catalog Numbers

sg504

scott369

michel396

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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.