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George Bizet: Carmen: 270-Franc (54-Ariary) Postage Stamp
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Languages: Malagasy and French
Dimensions: 36mm x 51mm x 1mm

Item Identification Code (UID#): 3385
Shelving Location: Collectibles: Postage Stamps
Estimated Value: £0.15
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George Bizet: Carmen: 270-Franc (54-Ariary) Postage Stamp

Unpublished (1988).
Postage Stamp

A commemorative stamp depicting the face of George Bizet and a the closing scene from his opera Carmen, in which Don José stabs the eponymous heroine, marking 150 years since the composer's birth. It was issued on 29 September 1988 and has a face value of 270 francs (54 ariary). The stamp is cancelled with a postmark that is indistinct.

Text from the stamp

Repoblika Demokratika Malagasy
Paositra 1988
270FMG 54 Ariary
Carmen et Don José
Georges Bizet 1938-1975
150ème anniversaire de la naissance
Impressor S A (Switzerland) - C Bozzoli

Notes

  • Michel catalogue code: MG 1144A
  • Yvert et Tellier catalogue code: MG 871

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