Yugoslavia year 2000 stamps Europa CEPT – Space

Yugoslavia 2000 stamps Europa CEPT – Space S/S MNH

In 2000, the theme for the joint Europa stamp issues by CEPT (European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations) member countries was “Space”.

Here are some key details about the 2000 Europa CEPT Space stamps:

Design Subjects:

• Stamps depicted various aspects related to space exploration and technology
• Common designs included rockets, satellites, astronauts, planetary bodies like the Moon
• Some countries featured their own national contributions to space programs

Notable Issues:

• Great Britain’s stamp showed the British-built Cluster and Soho spacecraft
• Russia portrayed the Mir space station
• France featured the Ariane 5 rocket and space shuttle
• Germany highlighted an astronaut doing a spacewalk

Materials/Techniques:

• Several countries used special printing techniques like embossing, holograms, micro-printing
• Materials like plastic, silk, or metallic inks were incorporated into some stamps
• Some were issued in miniature sheets, booklets, or souvenir sheets

Popularity:

• The Space theme proved very popular with collectors, resulting in highprint runs
• However, many new varieties and printing types attracted interest
• In-demand items included imperforate versions, photogravure proofs, epreuve deluxe

The 2000 Europa CEPT series celebrated the achievements and technology related to space exploration as the new millennium began. The issues showcased each nation’s connection to space programs and demonstrated continuing philatelic creativity and innovation across Europe.