This Rwandan commemorative stamp, originally issued in 1963, features a finely detailed portrait of Pope Paul VI. It was later overprinted in 1975 with the inscriptions “ANNÉE SAINTE” (“Holy Year”) and the date, marking the Vatican Jubilee Year proclaimed by the Pope. The design showcases a sepia-toned bust of Paul VI, framed in gold, with the overprint adding bold black lettering. This overprinted issue symbolizes Rwanda’s recognition of the Catholic Church’s global celebration of renewal and faith during the Holy Year.