Issue:      Poland TAURICA LIZARD 1965 Stamp

Type:      Stamp

Number of Stamps:        1 

Stamps Denomination:      10 Bani

Issue Date:       1965

Issued By:     Poland POST

Taurica Lizard Stamp

The Romania 10 Bani stamp features the Taurica Lizard, scientifically known as Lacerta taurica, now commonly classified as Podarcis tauricus. The stamp belongs to Romania 1965 Reptiles series and presents the lizard as the main subject of the design.  The detailed illustration gives the stamp a distinctive appearance and reflects Romania use of native wildlife as a subject for postage stamps. This issue is a good addition to thematic collections featuring lizards reptiles or Romanian fauna.

Taurica Lizard on Romanian Postage

This attractive Romanian stamp depicts the Taurica Lizard an interesting reptile associated with southeastern Europe.  Its design focuses on the animal itself making the species easy to recognize. Collectors interested in reptiles can use this issue alongside other stamps featuring snakes lizards and tortoises.

Romania Reptiles Series 1965

The 10 Bani Taurica Lizard stamp is an interesting example of Romania wildlife-themed philately. It was issued on 25 February 1965 as part of the country Reptiles series. The stamp identifies the animal as Lacerta taurica and features a detailed illustration against a simple background. Its denomination of 10 Bani and the inscription ROMANIA are clearly incorporated into the design. The issue remains a distinctive piece of Romanian philately from the mid 1960.