Uruguay 1970 Artigas Mausoleum Inauguration
Uruguay · 1970 · 5 P
This stamp commemorates the inauguration of the mausoleum dedicated to José Gervasio Artigas, a national hero of Uruguay. The design features a striking, modern depiction of the Artigas Mausoleum located in Plaza Independencia, Montevideo, with a prominent statue of Artigas on horseback in the foreground.
Issued in 1970, this stamp honors the enduring legacy of José Artigas, often called 'the father of Uruguayan nationhood,' by celebrating the completion of his final resting place and monument.
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