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Trinidad and Tobago 1970 Carnival Costumes Set
common1945-1980

Trinidad and Tobago 1970 Carnival Costumes Set

Trinidad and Tobago · 1970 · 5c, 15c, 25c, 35c

This set of four stamps celebrates the vibrant Trinidad and Tobago Carnival. Each stamp features a colorful and elaborate costume design from the annual festival, showcasing the artistic creativity and cultural heritage of the event. The designs depict traditional Carnival characters and themes, rendered in a dynamic, artistic style.

Issued in 1970, these stamps highlight the national and cultural importance of Carnival, a pre-Lenten festival that is a cornerstone of Trinidadian and Tobagonian identity and a major tourist attraction.

Printing Method

Lithography

Catalog Numbers

sg341-344
scott263-266
michel270-273

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$5
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.