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.
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