A 1974 black and white Associated Press photo was used as the image of Ali on these stamps.  His last name and “THE GREATEST” are also included.

Muhammad Ali did more than win boxing matches—he changed what it meant to be a champion.  Ali, born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. in 1942, first stunned the sports world by winning a gold medal at the 1960 Olympics.  Soon after turning professional, he shocked fans again by defeating heavyweight champion Sonny Liston in 1964.  Just as surprising was his bold confidence.  Ali predicted the round he would win in, called himself “The Greatest,” and backed it up in the ring.