Mauritius 2019 Complete Year Set

Mauritius · 2019 · Various

This complete set of 13 stamps issued by Mauritius in 2019 covers a diverse range of topics. Key issues include the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, a stamp featuring a map of the Chagos Archipelago asserting Mauritian sovereignty, and a series on the history of aviation in Mauritius, including helicopters. Other stamps in the set celebrate local wildlife, such as endemic birds and marine life.

The 2019 issues reflect Mauritius's contemporary concerns and historical commemorations, notably its ongoing sovereignty dispute with the UK over the Chagos Archipelago and its celebration of historical figures like Mahatma Gandhi, who has deep connections to the Indo-Mauritian community.