Games of the XXXI Olympiad – Rio 2016



Date of Issue : 5 Aug 2016
Postmark : Singapore
Denomination : 1st Local, 70c, 90c and S$1.30
Stamp Size : 40 mm x 30 mm
Paper : Unwatermarked
Printing Process : Offset Lithography

The 2016 Olympic Games, officially known as the Games of the XXXI Olympiad and commonly known as Rio 2016, is the 31st iteration of the world's largest international multi-sport event that is held every four years. Rio 2016 was held in South America for the first time, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from 5 to 21 Aug 2016. A significant event for Team Singapore, this stamp issue features sports in which Singapore's best medal hopes lie – swimming (1st Local), shooting (70c), table tennis (90c) and sailing (S$1.30).