Cuba year 2019 stamps Railways Trains full set MNH(**)
Cuba frequently features its rich history and infrastructure on its stamps, and its railway system is one of the oldest in the world.
Based on philatelic records, the Cuba 2019 “Railways/Trains” issue is a complete set of stamps focusing on locomotives.
🚂 Cuba 2019 Ferrocarriles (Railways) Stamps
This set celebrates the various forms of rail transport important to the island’s history and modern service.
| Detail | Description |
| Issuing Authority | Cuba (Correos de Cuba) |
| Theme | Railways / Trains (Ferrocarriles) |
| Date of Issue | 2019 |
| Set Configuration | A complete set of 6 distinct postage stamps. |
| Denominations | All 6 stamps typically carry the same current postal value for internal use (e.g., $0.50 CUC or $0.60 CUC, depending on the postal rate at the time of issue). |
| Catalogue No. | Catalogues often list them together, typically as part of the annual definitive or commemorative issues. |
Thematic Focus (Types of Locomotives/Trains)
The individual stamps in the set generally depict various types of rolling stock significant to Cuban rail history, often including:
- Historic Steam Locomotives: Representing the island’s early role in the sugar industry.
- Diesel Locomotives: Showcasing modern trains or those acquired through international cooperation (e.g., from Russia or China).
- Passenger or Freight Cars: Highlighting elements of the overall rail system.
These sets are often highly detailed and popular with collectors who focus on the rail transport theme (known as “railroadiana” or “train philately”).
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