Wild Flowers Stamps Appraisal

1978 Ireland Wild Flowers Postage Stamps (Eire)

A set of four Irish postage stamps from the 1978 'Wild Flowers' definitive series, each presented within a black protective mount. The stamps feature detailed botanical illustrations of flora native to Ireland on a white background, including the Spring Gentian (8p), Strawberry Tree (10p), Large-flowered Butterwort (11p), and St. Patrick's Cabbage (17p). Each stamp displays the word 'EIRE' and its respective numerical denomination in a classic serif font. The printing process reflects the high-quality lithography of the late 20th century, with vibrant greens, purples, and blues. The stamps appear to be in Mint Never Hinged (MNH) condition, showing sharp, clean perforations on all four sides and no visible signs of postal cancellation or degradation. The black mounts provide a stark contrast, highlighting the white margins and intricate artwork. These are characteristic of the third definitive series of the Republic of Ireland, which moved away from the traditionalGerl design to more varied natural subjects. The condition appears excellent with crisp corners and no foxing or paper toning visible.