Design Theme: Celebrating the total solar eclipse visible on August 11, 1999, one of the most significant astronomical events of the 20th century.
• Design Features:
• A depiction of the solar eclipse, showing the sun’s corona during totality.
• Astronomical and celestial imagery emphasizing the event’s scientific and visual significance.
• The denomination in Romanian Lei (ROL), showcasing Romania’s decimal currency before the 2005 redenomination.
• Layout: Full sheet of 25 stamps (5x5 grid).
• Region of Manufacturing: Romania, printed by the Fabrica de Timbre (Stamp Printing Factory) in Bucharest.
• Purpose: Issued as a commemorative set to mark the rare astronomical event and to attract both thematic and philatelic collectors.
• Special Appeal: Highly collectible among thematic collectors focusing on space, astronomy, or rare celestial events.