Botswana 1986 stamps Space Halley´s Comet full set MNH
Botswana issued a set of stamps in 1986 commemorating the appearance of Halley’s Comet. The set includes 4 stamps (catalog numbers Michel 376-379, Scott 380-383, Yvert 528-531) that depict Halley’s Comet in the context of space and astronomy. These stamps were released to celebrate the significant astronomical event of Halley’s Comet passing near Earth, visible from Botswana. The stamps have been issued in mint never hinged (MNH) condition commonly sought by collectors and have a thematic focus on space exploration and comet observation.
The designs typically feature artistic representations of Halley’s Comet with comet trails and stars, emphasizing the comet’s significance in space science and its periodic return visible from Earth. This set is part of Botswana’s philatelic contributions to space-themed stamps in the 1980s.
