1961 Ghana First Day Cover Queen Elizabeth II Royal Visit 3d, 1/3d & 5/- Stamps Accra Cancel

1961 Ghana First Day Cover Queen Elizabeth II Royal Visit 3d, 1/3d & 5/- Stamps Accra Cancel

A rare First Day Cover (FDC) issued in Ghana to commemorate the Royal Visit of Queen Elizabeth II in November 1961.

Details:

• Features three commemorative stamps: 3d maroon, 1/3d turquoise, and 5/- deep blue, all depicting Queen Elizabeth II with the Ghana map and national flag.

• Clear postal cancel: Accra, 9 November 1961.

• Addressed and marked as First Day Cover.

• Carried by airmail envelope (Par Avion / By Air Mail).

Condition:

• Shows age-related toning, edge wear, and light creasing, but stamps and cancellations remain clear and well-preserved.

• A beautiful historical piece linking Ghanas early independence era with the British monarchy.

This is a must-have for collectors of African postal history, Royal memorabilia, or Queen Elizabeth II stamps.