South Africa 1/2d Springbok, Small Format

South Africa · 1930 · 1/2d

This definitive stamp features a dynamic depiction of a Springbok, the national animal of South Africa, leaping across a sparse landscape. The design is part of the 'Bantam' or small format definitive series, characterized by its compact size and bicolour printing. The denomination of one halfpenny is prominently displayed.

Issued in 1930 as part of the Union of South Africa's third definitive series, this stamp reflects a period of growing national identity, symbolized by the use of indigenous fauna like the Springbok.