Zimbabwe 1980 First Definitive Series

Zimbabwe · 1980 · Various (1c to $2)

This definitive series was the first to bear the name 'Zimbabwe' following the country's independence. The set features a variety of designs showcasing the nation's natural resources, industry, and wildlife, including the Great Zimbabwe ruins, Victoria Falls, a Sable Antelope, and the national coat of arms. The designs were carried over from the final Rhodesia definitive series but updated with the new country name.

Issued on April 18, 1980, this set marks the date of Zimbabwe's internationally recognized independence, replacing the previous issues of Rhodesia.