Mexico year 1967/68 stamps – Summer Olympics Mexico MSS set – MNH

Mexico year 1967/68 stamps – Summer Olympics Mexico MSS set – MNH

Mexico issued a set of stamps in 1967/68 to commemorate the 1968 Summer Olympics held in Mexico City. The set included the following stamps:

• 80 centavos stamp featuring a Mesoamerican ball game player scoring a stone
• Miniature sheet with multiple designs related to the Olympics

Some key details about this stamp issue:

• The 80 centavos stamp was part of the airmail series and printed in carmine purple and black
• Mint condition examples of the miniature sheet are catalogued at €25
• The stamps depict various Olympic sports and Mexican cultural elements

So in summary, Mexico commemorated hosting the 1968 Summer Olympics with a colorful set of stamps showcasing their unique cultural heritage and the Olympic Games. The miniature sheet in particular is a popular item for collectors of Olympic philately from this era.