Philippines 1976 2000 Years USA MNH stamp

The phrase “2000 Years USA” on a 1976 stamp is a slight misreading or typo. The stamp issue you are referring to commemorates the 200th Anniversary of American Independence (The U.S. Bicentennial).

The Philippines, due to its historical connection with the United States, issued stamps to honor the U.S. Bicentennial in 1976.

Philippines 1976 US Bicentennial Issue

The core of this issue is a Souvenir Sheet (or Miniature Sheet) that was released in two main varieties:

Issue Theme: Commemorating the 200th Anniversary of American Independence (1776-1976).
Date of Issue: 1976.
Design: The souvenir sheet contains a block of stamps (often four stamps) with designs related to the U.S. Bicentennial, such as sailing ships, historical maps, and monuments.
Overprint Variations: The souvenir sheet is notable for its overprint, which exists in two distinct colors:
- Black Overprints
- Red Overprints (These are often noted as a variety or distinct issue.)

The stamp is a commemorative one, marking a significant historical event and the strong ties between the Philippines and the United States.

Catalogue Reference (Example):

In the Michel Catalogue (a widely used European catalogue), the souvenir sheet is typically listed as Block 9 with varieties for the overprint color.
In the Scott Catalogue, the stamps within the souvenir sheet are also listed, sometimes with a main number and a sub-number for the souvenir sheet itself (e.g., Scott C108 for the stamps within the sheet).