Mauritius stamps, worth Rs297million, to be the star at World Exhibition

The 1-penny and 2d stamps of Mauritius, franked Oct. 4, 1847 and estimated estimated to have a current market value of up to $6.8million (Rs297million) will be the star at the IBRA 2023 world stamp exhibition.

This event, organized by the International Federation of Philately (FIP) exhibition, will take place on May 25-28, 2023, in Essen, Germany.

It is expected to house up to 2,800 frames for qualified collections in all competition classes. 

Organizers have announced the star presence of the “legendary Bordeaux cover”. referred to as “the crown jewel of philately”.

The cover which carries the Mauritian stamps.  

In addition to the exhibition, the show will host around 150 dealers, along with meetings and special presentations.