Vintage Harris Global "Scouts Honor" Stamp Set β Rare 1960s Thematic Collector Lot
Up for auction is a charming and collectible Harris Global "Scouts Honor" stamp set, featuring 15 different stamps honoring the Scouting movement around the world. This complete thematic pack comes with the original bright pink retail envelope marked 59Β’ β a classic sign of 1960sβ1970s Harris stamp series, published in the USA for young collectors.
π¦ What's Included:
- Original Harris Global envelope (C-419, labeled "Scouts Honor")
- 15 postally used and mint stamps from various countries
- All stamps are carefully mounted on the original backing paper (as sold)
π Featured Stamps (selection):
- Deutsche Demokratische Republik (DDR) β 10 Pf Scouting youth camp
- RΓ©publique du Mali β 5f scouts performing duties
- Magyar Posta (Hungary) β 60f "Girl Scout" centenary 1966
- Mongolia β 10 Mongo traditional scout drums stamp
- U.S. Postal Service β 8c "Scout Saluting the Flag" (used)
- Republic of Guinea β Scout ceremony under sunset
- France β 1.00f "Lord Baden Powell" (Founder of Scouting)
π°οΈ Era:
Primarily 1960sβ1970s. The Harris Global envelope design and 59Β’ price confirm its vintage authenticity.
ποΈ Condition:
- Stamps: Mixed condition (some mint, some postally used, see detailed photos)
- Envelope: Good vintage condition, some minor wear, corner edge wear, no rips
π‘ Why Collect Harris Stamp Sets?
Harris stamp packets were widely sold in the US in the mid-20th century, aimed at introducing kids and beginners to the world of philately. Each envelope features thematic global stamps β often from Eastern Bloc countries, Africa, and Latin America β and now serve as nostalgic collector pieces. The original envelopes themselves are becoming increasingly rare.
β‘οΈ Add a piece of philatelic history to your collection today!