Yugoslavia year 1998 – Europa CEPT Art / Paintings stamps MNH
The 1998 Europa CEPT stamps issued by Yugoslavia
That’s an interesting combination of themes! The 1998 Europa CEPT common theme was “Festivals and National Celebrations,” but Yugoslavia chose to depict this theme by featuring famous paintings that illustrate those celebratory customs.
The set was issued by the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (SR Jugoslavija), which was comprised of Serbia and Montenegro at that time.
🎨 Yugoslavia 1998 Europa CEPT Details
The set consists of two stamps that celebrate traditional Serbian/Yugoslav culture through the lens of historical artwork.
| Denomination | Painting / Artist | Catalogue Number (Scott/Michel) | Theme |
| 8.00 Dinar | “The Adornment of the Bride” by Paja Jovanović (1859–1957) | Scott 2405 / Michel 2855 | National Festivals (Wedding Custom) |
| 14.00 Dinar | “The Prince-Bishop Celebrates Victory” by Pero Poček (1878–1963) | Scott 2406 / Michel 2856 | National Celebrations (Victory Festival) |
- Issue Date: May 5, 1998
- Theme: “Festivals and National Celebrations” (often listed by collectors under “Art/Paintings”)
💰 Collector’s Value
As a modern issue from the late 1990s, especially during a period of complex currency and political issues in the region, the market value is relatively low and accessible.
- Complete Set of 2 (Mint Never Hinged / MNH): A complete MNH set of the two stamps (Scott 2405–2406) is typically sold by dealers in the range of €3.00 to €8.00 / $3.50 to $10.00.
- Note: Due to the high inflation in the region, the official face value may be extremely high in Dinars, but the collector’s price is based on the modern market.
- Used/Cancelled: Used or Cancelled-to-Order (CTO) sets are common and generally sell for a lower price, often around €1.50 to €3.00.
This is a beautiful set that successfully combines the annual Europa theme with a celebration of Yugoslav national art and culture!
