Mauritania year 1986 stamps Space Halley´s Comet set MNH**
The stamp set you are referring to is the Islamic Republic of Mauritania issue from 1986 commemorating the return of Halley’s Comet and the international space probes sent to meet it.
🌟 Key Facts about the Set
- Country: Mauritania (République Islamique de Mauritanie)
- Year of Issue: 1986
- Theme: Halley’s Comet and Space Probes (The Halley Armada).
- Set Composition: The primary issue consists of a set of 4-5 airmail stamps and an accompanying Miniature Sheet (Souvenir Sheet).
- Depictions: The stamps typically depict the comet, the European Giotto probe, and sometimes the Vega probes, along with portraits of astronomers like Edmond Halley.
🏷️ Catalogue Numbers (Approximate)
Catalogue numbers help identify the exact issue:
- Michel: The set is generally listed around Michel 889-892 (for a set of 4 stamps).
- Scott: The individual stamps that make up the set are typically found in the C-series (Airmail stamps), with one of the key values being Scott C268.
💸 Collectibility and Value
Like the Comoros and Congo issues from the same year, the Mauritania Halley’s Comet stamps are considered modern thematic issues and are widely available.
- Condition: Value is highest for Mint Never Hinged (MNH) condition.
- Market Price: You can expect the complete set of stamps (MNH) to sell on the collector’s market for a very affordable price, usually in the range of $2.50 to $5.50 USD (or equivalent in Euros/other currencies). The Miniature Sheet (MSS) is often priced separately but also in a similar, low price range.
They are an excellent and affordable addition for any topical collector interested in space, astronomy, or Halley’s Comet!
