Claude Gay’s Book Commemorated

In 1948, Chile issued a series of postage stamps celebrating the centenary of French botanist, naturalist, and explorer Claude Gay’s book – “Flora and Fauna of Chile” – which featured various native animals and plants illustrated by the author.

 Three 25-stamp sheetlets, showcasing the diverse wildlife of Chile were issued with values of 60 Centavos, $2.60 and $3. As I write PostBeeld has one mint, never-hinged complete series of this rather rare issue in stock.