French Polynesia – Scott # 266, used

Description

French Polynesia Scott #266, issued in 1972, is a used commemorative celebrating the “Journée des Mille Fleurs” (Day of a Thousand Flowers), highlighting the islands’ rich botanical heritage in French Polynesia.

The stamp features a close-up photographic-style image of tropical blossoms rendered in vivid color, emphasizing texture, form, and natural beauty. The modern design departs from earlier engraved styles, reflecting a shift toward contemporary floral imagery in French overseas issues of the period. The denomination is 22 francs, and the stamp bears POLYNÉSIE FRANÇAISE – POSTES with the RF monogram.

This example is postally used, showing a visible cancellation with solid overall eye appeal. A colorful single for collectors of flowers on stamps, botany themes, Pacific Islands, or modern French overseas issues.