African Postal Union 1971 - 10 1/2  piastre

African Postal Union 1971 - 10 1/2 piastre

Year
1972
Face Value
10.5
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
International Events, Postal History

Catalogs References

Michel
SD 291
Yvert & Tellier
SD 253
Stanley Gibbons
SD 324

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
11½ x 11
Printing
Photogravure
Issued in 1972, this stamp commemorates the African Postal Union (APU) and the organization's efforts to promote cooperation among African postal administrations. The design features a stylized letter in transit, communication lines, and the emblem of the African Postal Union, symbolizing the exchange of mail and information throughout the African continent. The APU was established to improve postal services, encourage technical cooperation, and strengthen communications among African nations.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Democratic Republic of Sudan expressed its support for regional cooperation in postal and communication services. The issue highlighted the importance of efficient postal systems in facilitating commerce, communication, and cultural exchange while promoting closer ties among African countries.