Ghana year 1964 Olympic Games Tokyo stamps set MNH
In 1964, Ghana issued a vibrant and highly collectible set of stamps for the XVIII Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo. This set is particularly noted for its varied denominations and for featuring a mix of action-oriented sports imagery and national symbols.
Set Details & Catalog Information
The main issue consists of 7 stamps. Like many other countries during this era, Ghana also released these in both perforated and imperforate formats to appeal to specialized collectors.
- Date of Issue: October 25, 1964
- Scott Catalog Numbers: #179–#185
- Stanley Gibbons Numbers: SG 347–353
- Michel Numbers: #188–#194
- Watermark: Star and “G” Multiple
Stamp Subjects & Values
The denominations are in the pre-decimal currency (Pence and Shillings).
| Value | Subject | Design Features |
| 1p | Hurdles | Athlete clearing a hurdle |
| 2½p | Running (Sprinting) | Group of sprinters on a track |
| 3p | Boxing | Two boxers in a match |
| 4p | Broad Jump (Long Jump) | Athlete in mid-air |
| 6p | Soccer (Football) | Player kicking a ball |
| 1s 3p | Torchbearer | Runner carrying the Olympic flame |
| 5s | Olympic & Ghana Flags | The Five Rings and the Ghana National Flag |
Souvenir Sheets & Varieties
- Souvenir Sheet (Scott #185a): Ghana issued a popular souvenir sheet containing three of the values (typically the 6p, 1s 3p, and 5s). It is often found with a decorative margin featuring the Tokyo Olympic emblem.
- Imperforate Variations: The entire 7-stamp set exists in an imperforate version. While the perforated set is common, the imperforate set is rarer and carries a higher premium.
- First Day Covers (FDC): FDCs for this set are highly sought after by “postal history” collectors, often featuring a special Tokyo-themed cachet (illustrated envelope).
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