Bahamas Releases Decimal Stamp Series With Two Redesigns
The Bahamas issues a decimal definitive stamp set ranging from 1 cent to $3, retaining most designs from the sterling series. Two stamps are redesigned the 5 cent now features the Oceanic and the $2 shows a different Conch Shell. The U S Post Office refines the 5 cent George Washington stamp with softer shading and unchanged blue tones. first day covers must be postmarked by Nov 17. Swiss Pro Patria 1967 set continues four religious pictures plus a Kocher portrait. Zambia issues two stamps with gold ink marking the National Assembly Building completion.