Afghanistan stamps year 1997 Soccer – World Cup France set MNH
Here are some details about the set based on stamp catalogs and sales listings:
- Year of Issue: 1997
- Theme: The 1998 FIFA World Cup held in France (often issued the year before the event).
- Set Size: The set typically consists of 6 individual stamps. There is also a corresponding Souvenir Sheet (or Mini-sheet).
- Catalogue Numbers (Michel): The 6-stamp set is often listed in the Michel catalogue as 1747-1752.
- Collector’s Value: As is common with many modern topical issues, the value is generally low. Retail prices for a complete Mint Never Hinged (MNH) set or the Souvenir Sheet are typically in the range of a few US dollars (e.g., $2 – $10).
- Note on Status: It’s worth noting that some sources suggest a large number of stamps issued by Afghanistan during this period (mid-to-late 1990s) were produced without authorization by the official postal authority, sometimes referred to as “illegal stamps” or “cinderella stamps,” though they are still collected.
