Albania postage stamps year 1964 River fishes set

Albania postage stamps year 1964 River fishes set MNH

🇦🇱 Albania – 1964 “Fish / Fauna” Stamp Set 🌊

📅 Year Issued: 1964
📮 Theme: River fishes / aquatic life (freshwater species) — part of Albania’s fauna series celebrating animal diversity.
📦 Format: 6‑stamp set with different fish designs.

📌 Typical Catalogue Listings (1964 Fish Set)

• The set is often catalogued collectively under Albania 1964 Fauna – Fish, 6 values:
  • Michel / Yvert / Scott listings vary by catalog but include six different denominations featuring river fish.

📜 Subject & Design:

• Each stamp depicts a different species of freshwater fish native to the region, shown in colourful, naturalistic illustrations against water‑themed backgrounds.
• Designs typically include fish like Ohrid trout (Salmo letnica) and others found in Balkan lakes and rivers.

📍 Usage & Popularity:

• These stamps were issued for regular postal use but are particularly popular with thematic collectors interested in fauna/animal stamps.
• They are commonly found in mint condition (never hinged) and also used on covers.

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