Yugoslavia year 2000 Olympic games stamps Sidney

Yugoslavia year 2000 stamps Gold Medal at the Olympics Sidney (Voleyball) MNH **

The stamps issued by Yugoslavia (Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, later Serbia and Montenegro) in 2000 for the Sydney Olympic Games were released in two main parts: a commemorative set before the games and a follow-up issue celebrating the winners.

1. Pre-Games Issue: Olympic Games – Sydney

• Quantity: A set of 4 stamps (often listed as Mi# 2980-2983)
• Issue Date (Approx.): June 28, 2000
• Denominations:
  • One stamp featuring Athletics (e.g., $4.00 value in the former currency)
  • One stamp featuring Swimming (e.g., $6.00 value)
  • One stamp featuring Basketball (e.g., $7.00 value)
  • One stamp featuring Wrestling (e.g., $8.00 value)

2. Post-Games Issue: Olympic Winners

• Quantity: A set of 2 stamps (and a Souvenir Sheet/Miniature Sheet)
• Issue Date (Approx.): Late 2000
• Denominations & Subject: These were issued to celebrate the gold medal win by the Yugoslavian Men’s Volleyball Team (FR Yugoslavia won the gold medal in this event).
  • One stamp commemorating the Volleyball victory.
  • One stamp likely commemorating the Shooting medal (or another significant win).
  • A Souvenir Sheet / Miniature Sheet was also issued with one or two stamps dedicated to the winners, typically featuring a depiction of the gold medal team (Volleyball).

In total, there were at least 6 stamps released in 2000 by the FR Yugoslavia postal service related to the Sydney Olympics.