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Mexico 1970 World Cup Football Championship
common1945-1980

Mexico 1970 World Cup Football Championship

Mexico · 1970 · 80c

This stamp commemorates the 9th FIFA World Cup, hosted by Mexico in 1970. The design features the official logo of the tournament, a stylized football composed of interconnected hexagons, symbolizing global unity through sport. The vibrant colors reflect the host nation's artistic heritage.

The 1970 World Cup was the first to be broadcast in color and is widely regarded as one of the greatest tournaments, featuring legendary players like Pelé and a victorious Brazilian team.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg1090
scott1011
michel1224

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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.