Tanzania 1965-67 Definitive Series, African Elephant

Tanzania · 1965 · 10c

This definitive stamp features a detailed depiction of an African Elephant (Loxodonta africana), a prominent species in Tanzania's rich wildlife heritage. The design highlights the elephant's powerful form against a simple, single-color background, typical of the definitive series of this era. The stamp is part of a larger set showcasing the nation's fauna.

Issued shortly after the union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar formed the United Republic of Tanzania in 1964, this definitive series was among the first to represent the new nation's identity, focusing on its natural treasures.