Ciskei – Scott # 25

Description

Ciskei #25 (1981) – Cape Parrot (Poicephalus robustus)
Part of Ciskei’s 1981 Birds definitive series, this 50c issue features the brilliantly colored Cape Parrot (Poicephalus robustus), known locally as Isikhwenene. Illustrated by wildlife artist Dick Findlay, the design highlights the parrot’s vivid green plumage and orange accents, perched on a branch bearing native African fruit.

These beautifully printed definitives celebrated the rich avian biodiversity of southern Africa and remain a cornerstone of Ciskei’s philatelic legacy. The series is prized by collectors for its delicate linework, lifelike coloration, and scientific accuracy.

Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
Issue Year: 1981
Theme: Birds, Wildlife, Parrots, Nature
Denomination: 50 Cents
Scott #: 25
Designer: Dick Findlay