Senegal 1961 Independence Anniversary, Charles de Gaulle & Léopold Sédar Senghor

Name: Senegal 1961 Independence Anniversary, Charles de Gaulle & Léopold Sédar Senghor
Brand: Senegal

Senegal · 1961 · 25 F

This stamp commemorates the first anniversary of Senegal's independence. The design features portraits of French President Charles de Gaulle and Senegalese President Léopold Sédar Senghor, symbolizing the relationship and cooperation between the two nations following Senegal's transition to sovereignty.

Issued on April 4, 1961, this stamp marks a key moment in post-colonial West Africa, celebrating Senegal's peaceful independence from France, which was achieved in 1960.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

politics heads-of-state anniversaries independence

Catalog Numbers

sg183

scott173

michel213

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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.