Cuba year 2016 stamps Folk Musical Instruments complete set MNH
The Cuba 2016 “Folk Musical Instruments” issue is a colorful set dedicated to the instruments integral to traditional Cuban music.
🎶 Cuba 2016 Folk Musical Instruments Set Details
This issue is a complete set of six (6) stamps and features instruments essential to Afro-Cuban and Spanish-Cuban genres like Son, Rumba, and Danzón.
| Denomination | Instrument Featured (Commonly) | Instrument Type |
| 10 Cents | Claves | Percussion (Wooden sticks) |
| 15 Cents | Maracas | Percussion (Shakers) |
| 20 Cents | Güiro | Percussion (Scraper) |
| 30 Cents | Tres Cubano | String (Guitar-like instrument with 3 sets of strings) |
| 65 Cents | Bongos | Percussion (Paired small drums) |
| 85 Cents | Congas (or Tumbadora) | Percussion (Tall, single-headed drums) |
The set highlights the blend of African and European influences that define Cuban folk music, from the melodic Tres Cubano to the rhythmic foundation provided by the Claves, Bongos, and Congas.
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