1992 Summer Olympics
Many of the world's top athletes, including Canada's best, will be competing in Barcelona, Spain from July 25 to August 9 at the 1992 Olympic Summer Games. One of 12 top corporate sponsors, Canada Post Corporation is issuing a booklet of 10 stamps on June 15, commemorating the Canadian athlete's participation. The five stamp designs depict track and field, gymnastics, swimming, diving and cycling.
| Date of Issue | Theme | Denomination | Printer | Quantity | Design | Perforation | First Day Cover Cancellation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 June 1992 | Diving | 42 cents | Ashton-Potter Limited | 3 000 000 | Designed by Peter Adam and Katalin Kovats | 12.5 x 13 | N/A |
| 15 June 1992 | Cycling | 42 cents | Ashton-Potter Limited | 3 000 000 | Designed by Peter Adam and Katalin Kovats | 12.5 x 13 | N/A |
| 15 June 1992 | Swimming | 42 cents | Ashton-Potter Limited | 3 000 000 | Designed by Peter Adam and Katalin Kovats | 12.5 x 13 | N/A |
| 15 June 1992 | Track and Field | 42 cents | Ashton-Potter Limited | 3 000 000 | Designed by Peter Adam and Katalin Kovats | 12.5 x 13 | N/A |
| 15 June 1992 | Gymnastics | 42 cents | Ashton-Potter Limited | 3 000 000 | Designed by Peter Adam and Katalin Kovats | 12.5 x 13 | N/A |
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