Malagasy – Scott #s 1074-80

Description

Issued in 1994, Malagasy Scott #1074–1080 is a pictorial commemorative set depicting prehistoric animals, illustrating both extinct species associated with Madagascar and well-known prehistoric fauna. Released by the Republic of Madagascar, the series reflects a late-20th-century emphasis on educational themes, natural history, and popular paleontology.

The set features detailed illustrated depictions of prehistoric creatures including Dinornis maximus, Ceratosaurus, Mosasaurus, Protoceratops, Styracosaurus, Smilodon, and Uintatherium. Each stamp presents its subject in a stylized natural environment, rendered in vivid colors with careful attention to anatomical detail. The compositions balance scientific illustration with accessible visual storytelling, typical of 1990s thematic stamp issues.

Denominations range from 35 to 1800 Malagasy francs, indicating a broad set intended for both postal use and collector appeal. The vertical inscriptions referencing prehistoric animals (Animaux préhistoriques) emphasize the educational intent of the issue, while consistent layout and framing unify the set visually.

This complete set is offered mint never hinged (MNH), with full original gum throughout. All stamps are clean, well-centered, and retain fresh color with intact perforations, making the group well suited for thematic, educational, or Madagascar-focused collections.

Country: Republic of Madagascar
Year of Issue: 1994
Scott Numbers: 1074–1080
Denominations: 35–1800 francs
Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)