Tanzania 1965 Official Stamps

Tanzania · 1965 ·

This series of official stamps features the coat of arms of Tanzania, which includes a warrior's shield, crossed axe and hoe, and elephant tusks, all symbolizing the nation's resources and defense. The stamps were overprinted with the word 'OFFICIAL' in black for use on government mail. The set comprises various denominations to cover different postal rates.

Issued shortly after the union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar in 1964, these stamps represent the early administrative identity of the newly formed United Republic of Tanzania.