South Africa 1966-1968 Commemorative Issues

South Africa · 1966 · Various

This is a collection of commemorative stamps issued by the Republic of South Africa between 1966 and 1968. The set includes issues celebrating the 5th anniversary of the Republic, featuring the State President C.R. Swart and the national flower, the Protea. It also contains the 1968 series depicting various South African birds.

These stamps were issued during the height of the Apartheid era, following South Africa's establishment as a republic and withdrawal from the Commonwealth in 1961. The designs often promoted national identity and natural heritage.