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Mauritius 1982 The Year of Scouting First Day Cover
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Mauritius 1982 The Year of Scouting First Day Cover

Mauritius · 1982 · 25c, R2, R5, R10

This First Day Cover from Mauritius commemorates the 75th Anniversary of Scouting in 1982, featuring a set of four stamps. Designs include the Scout fleur-de-lis emblem, Lord Baden-Powell, a scout performing the Grand Howl, and scouts ascending Pieter Both mountain, all cancelled with a special 'The Year of Scouting' postmark.

Issued on February 25, 1982, this set celebrates 75 years of the Scouting movement's presence in Mauritius, highlighting its founder and local activities, and reflecting the global impact of Scouting on youth development.

Catalog Numbers

sg600-603
scott600-603
michel600-603

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$18
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$12
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$9
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$6
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$4

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