Bosnia – Mostar year 2006 stamps Archaeological Treasure – Tombstones full set MNH
The Bosnia-Mostar stamp issue you are referring to is a celebration of the unique cultural and archaeological heritage of the region, specifically focusing on the famous medieval tombstones.
Here are the details for the stamp released by the Croatian Administration in Mostar in 2006:
🗿 Bosnia and Herzegovina (HP Mostar) 2006: Stećci Tombstones
| Detail | Description |
| Issuing Authority | Croatian Post Mostar (HP Mostar / Croatian Administration) of Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
| Issue Date | September 9, 2006. |
| Theme | Archaeological Treasure – Stećci (Medieval Tombstones). Stećci are monumental medieval tombstones found scattered across Bosnia and Herzegovina and neighboring countries, now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. |
| Format | Issued as a single stamp which is typically sold in sheetlets (small sheets). |
| Stamp Denomination | 0.20 Convertible Marks (KM). |
| Design | The stamp features an image or artistic rendition of a specific stećak tombstone, often highlighting its unique carvings or monumental structure. |
| Designer | Zdravko Anić. |
| Catalogue Reference | This stamp is listed under the Croatian Administration’s specialized catalogue numbering, such as Michel (Mi.) No. 176 (or similar number within the 170-179 range for the 2006 issues). |
📌 Significance
This stamp belongs to the recurring “Archaeological Treasure” thematic series issued by HP Mostar, underscoring the importance of stećci as a globally recognized symbol of medieval Bosnian heritage.
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