Mauritania year 1986 WWF Sea Dogs stamps – FDC set

Mauritania year 1986 WWF Sea Dogs stamps – FDC set

The Mediterranean Monk Seal is an iconic and critically endangered species, making the Mauritania 1986 WWF issue highly popular among animal and topical collectors.

Here are the details for the Mauritania 1986 WWF Sea Dogs stamp issue:

Mauritania 1986 – WWF: Mediterranean Monk Seal

• Common Title: WWF – Sea Dogs (The common name “Sea Dogs” refers to seals, specifically the family Phocidae).
• Scientific Name: Mediterranean Monk Seal (Monachus monachus).
• Year of Issue: 1986 (Issued on June 12, 1986).
• Theme: WWF / Endangered Species – Marine Mammals. The coast of Mauritania is a crucial habitat for one of the last remaining colonies of this seal.
• Set Composition: The complete issue usually consists of two main parts:
  1. A Set of 4 Individual Stamps: These stamps feature different aspects or ages of the Mediterranean Monk Seal.
     • Catalogue Numbers: Scott Nos. 597-600; Stanley Gibbons Nos. 846-849; Michel Nos. 871-874.
  2. A Miniature Sheet (Souvenir Sheet): A single large sheet, often featuring one of the stamps plus a large, detailed illustration or photograph of the seal.
     • Catalogue Number: Scott No. 601 (or similar).

Estimated Collector Value

The market value for these stamps, particularly the complete set in excellent condition, remains solid due to the enduring popularity of the WWF theme and the critically endangered status of the animal featured.

Note on Value:

• These are retail price estimates for items in Mint Never Hinged (MNH) condition, which is the most desirable for modern topical stamps.
• First Day Covers (FDC) for this set typically sell in the $6.00 – $10.00 USD range.