Republic of Haiti year 1970 – Postage stamps set Apollo 12 MNH
The Apollo 12 mission, which took place in November 1969, inspired various postage stamp sets commemorating the event. Here are some notable examples:
- North Yemen Stamps: A complete set of stamps issued by North Yemen in 1970 specifically commemorates the Apollo 12 mission. This set includes seven distinct stamps featuring themes related to the Moon landing and space exploration.
- Central African Republic Stamps: In 2020, a set of four mint never hinged (MNH) stamps was released by the Central African Republic to honor Charles Conrad, the commander of Apollo 12, on his 90th birthday. These stamps reflect the legacy of the Apollo missions.
- Commemorative Covers: The Apollo 12 mission has also been celebrated through various commemorative covers. For instance, a limited edition cover featuring artwork by astronaut Alan Bean was released to mark the 50th anniversary of the mission.
These stamps and covers serve as important collectibles for enthusiasts of space history and astro philately, reflecting the public’s fascination with human space exploration during the Apollo program.
