Croatia – Serbian Krajina stamps year 1997   Ilok Orthodox Church

Croatia – Serbian Krajina stamps year 1997   Ilok Orthodox Church MNH set

In 1997, the Republic of Serbian Krajina issued a postage stamp commemorating the restoration of the Ilok Orthodox Church. This stamp was released on February 12, 1997, printed in sheets of 100 with a perforation of 13¾. It specifically honors the restoration efforts of this Serbian Orthodox Church located in Ilok, a town that was part of the conflict-affected region during the Croatian War of Independence

The Ilok Orthodox Church itself has a significant historical and cultural role for the local Serbian community. The restoration symbolized the preservation and remembrance of Serbian Orthodox heritage in the area after the war. The stamp reflects this cultural and religious importance, capturing a key element of the region’s architectural and spiritual identity during a turbulent period