Nepal in XVIII Olympics 1964
A commemorative postage stamp on the 18th Summer Olympics, Tokyo, Japan :
Issued by Nepal
Issued on Dec 31, 1964
Type : Stamp, Postal Used
Denomination : 10 Paisa
Colour : Red & Cobalt blue
Size : 39 mm x 25 mm
Sheet : 100 Stamps
Printing process : Litho Offset
Message from His Majesty the King for the 18th World Olympics in Japan :
- I am glad that Nepal is participating in the XVIII olympiad to be held in Tokyo this year. I am particularly so because our first participation is going to coincide with the first ever olympics in Asia. On this first venture of our country, I wish that our team members will keep the sacred Olympic ideals in mind and make the games a grand success.
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