StampVault
Back to Catalog
Trinidad & Tobago 1972 Carnival Costumes Set
common1945-1980

Trinidad & Tobago 1972 Carnival Costumes Set

Trinidad and Tobago · 1972 · 5c, 15c, 35c, 50c

This set of four stamps celebrates the vibrant culture of the Trinidad and Tobago Carnival. Each stamp features a different elaborate and colorful costume design by artist Carlisle Chang, representing traditional Carnival characters. The designs showcase the artistic and cultural richness of this world-famous festival.

Issued in 1972, these stamps highlight the national pride and cultural identity of Trinidad and Tobago, which had gained independence a decade earlier. The Carnival is a cornerstone of the nation's cultural expression.

Printing Method

Lithography

Catalog Numbers

sg349-352
scott263-266
michel278-281

Image: · License:

View on Wikimedia Commons

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$4
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$3
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$2
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.5

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