Zimbabwe Postage Stamp, Definitive Issue

Zimbabwe · 1980 · 1c

This definitive stamp features the Zimbabwe Bird, a national emblem of Zimbabwe, which is a carved soapstone bird found at the ruins of the ancient city of Great Zimbabwe. The design is set against a solid color background, with the country name and denomination clearly displayed. It was part of the first definitive series issued after the country gained independence.

Issued in 1980, this stamp marks the year Zimbabwe achieved internationally recognized independence, transitioning from the former state of Rhodesia.