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Mauritius Coat of Arms Definitive
common1945-1980

Mauritius Coat of Arms Definitive

Mauritius · 1968 · 10c

This definitive stamp features the coat of arms of Mauritius. The design includes a dodo and a sambar deer supporting a shield divided into four sections, depicting a ship, palm trees, a key, and a star. The motto 'Stella Clavisque Maris Indici' (Star and Key of the Indian Ocean) is displayed on a ribbon below.

Issued in 1968, this stamp marks the year Mauritius gained independence from the United Kingdom, transitioning to a sovereign state within the Commonwealth.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg362
scott347
michel346

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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