Bosnia – R. Srpska 2010 FIFA World Championship South Africa MNH**
In 2010, the Republika Srpska (the Serbian administration in Bosnia and Herzegovina, often denoted as Bosna i Hercegovina – Republika Srpska or BiH RS) issued a set of stamps to celebrate the FIFA World Cup in South Africa.
Like the other Bosnian postal administrations, the Serbian administration frequently issues sports-themed stamps, and this 2010 set is a favorite for football/soccer topical collectors.
Stamp Set Details
- Issue Date: May 10, 2010 (approximately).
- Format: The issue consists of 2 stamps and is often found in a small sheetlet or as pairs.
- Catalog Numbers:
- Michel: #401–402.
- Scott: #392–393.
- Design: The stamps feature stylized football players in action, the South African flag or colors, and the official tournament logo.5 They were designed to highlight the global nature of the first World Cup held on the African continent.
Estimated Market Value (2026)
These stamps are very affordable and widely traded among sports philatelists.
| Item | Condition | Estimated Value (USD) |
| Complete Set (2v) | Mint Never Hinged (MNH) | $3.00 – $4.50 |
| Full Sheetlet | Mint Never Hinged (MNH) | $8.00 – $12.00 |
| Fine Used | Cancelled / Postmarked | $1.00 – $2.50 |
| First Day Cover (FDC) | Official Cover with postmark | $6.00 – $9.00 |
Collector’s Notes
- Multiple Bosnian Issues: It is important to distinguish this from the other 2010 World Cup issues from the region. The BH Pošta (Sarajevo) and HP Mostar (Croat) administrations also released their own separate World Cup stamps. The Serbian administration stamps will specifically have “Republika Srpska” written on them.
- Topical Appeal: Because Serbia’s national team qualified for the 2010 World Cup (and famously beat Germany in the group stage), this specific issue from the Serbian administration of Bosnia saw high demand from Serbian fans across the Balkans.
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