Yugoslavia postage stamps year 1989 Battle of Kosovo – 600th anniversary

Yugoslavia postage stamps year 1989 The Battle of Kosovo – 600th anniversary MNH souvenir sheet

In 1989, Yugoslavia issued postage stamps commemorating the 600th anniversary of the Battle of Kosovo, which occurred in 1389.

Key details about this issue:

• Date of issue: June 28, 1989.
• The stamp commemorates the historic battle at Kosovo Polje, involving Ottoman forces led by Sultan Murad I and Serbian forces led by Prince Lazar Hrebeljanović.
• The battle is historically significant as it marked the beginning of long-term Ottoman control in the Balkans and is a central event in Serbian national history.
• Stamp denomination: 500 dinars.
• Dimensions: 44 x 32 mm, perforation 14 x 13¾.
• The stamp reflects the cultural and historical importance of the battle and was part of a broader commemorative effort in Yugoslavia.

This issue is popular among collectors for its historical significance and represents a key moment in Balkan history as depicted in Yugoslavian philately.