Mauritius 1989 Year of the Environment Definitive Stamps First Day Cover

Mauritius · 1989 · 40 cents, 3, 4, 6, 10 Mauritian Rupees

This set of five definitive postage stamps, issued on March 11, 1989, commemorates the 'Year of the Environment' in Mauritius. The designs feature various aspects of the island's natural heritage, including Le Val Nature Park, ecological scenery, the Phelsuma ornata gecko, and a submarine view depicting marine life.

Issued during Mauritius's declared 'Year of the Environment' in 1989, these stamps underscore the nation's focus on ecological awareness and the preservation of its unique biodiversity.