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Mauritius Independence Issue, Coat of Arms & Dodo
common1945-1980

Mauritius Independence Issue, Coat of Arms & Dodo

Mauritius · 1968 ·

This set of six stamps commemorates the independence of Mauritius. The designs feature the newly adopted national flag and the national Coat of Arms, which notably includes supporters like the extinct Dodo bird and a Sambar Deer, symbolizing the island's unique fauna.

Issued on March 12, 1968, these stamps mark the moment Mauritius gained independence from the United Kingdom, becoming a sovereign state within the Commonwealth.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg358-363
scott326-331

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$10
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$8
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$3
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.