The postage stamp set you are asking about was issued by Cuba in 1969 to commemorate the World Fencing Championships held in Havana.
Here are the key details for this philatelic issue:
Cuba 1969 World Fencing Championships Stamps
Detail | Information |
Event Commemorated | 1969 World Fencing Championships |
Location | Havana, Cuba |
Date of Issue | October 2, 1969 |
Number in Set | 7 stamps (issued in a series) |
Scott Catalogue Numbers | #1436 – #1442 (The series of 7 stamps) |
Related Issue | A souvenir sheet (miniature sheet) was also issued for this event, often cataloged as Scott #1443. |
Theme/Designs | The individual stamps are particularly interesting as they depict the history of fencing and sword fighting throughout different historical periods, including: |
– Egyptian Warriors (or Ancient Fencing) | |
– Roman Gladiators | |
– Medieval Knights | |
– European Duelists/Swordsmen (Musketeers) | |
– Japanese Samurai | |
– Modern Fencers (Foil, Épée, or Sabre) |
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