South Africa 1980 Definitive Series: Proteas
South Africa · 1980 · Various
This definitive series, issued in 1980, features various species of Protea, South Africa's national flower. The designs showcase the intricate beauty and diversity of this iconic plant, with each denomination depicting a different variety in vibrant detail. The series replaced the previous definitive set and was in common use for several years.
Issued during the Apartheid era, this series focused on apolitical, natural themes like national flora, a common practice for South African philately at the time to project an image of natural beauty amidst international political condemnation.
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Photogravure
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