1978 Mozambique Coleópteros (Beetles) Postage Stamp Set

This is a partial philatelic set consisting of six postage stamps issued by the Republic of Mozambique in 1978, featuring the 'Coleópteros' (Beetles) theme. The stamps are presented in a white vertical orientation with serrated perforation edges. Each stamp features a detailed, scientifically accurate illustration of a specific beetle species against a clean white background, including the species name printed vertically on the left. The top of each stamp displays 'MOÇAMBIQUE' in red capital letters, while the bottom corners indicate the monetary value (ranging from 0.50 to 10.00 meticais) alongside the 'COLEÓPTEROS' series title. The beetle illustrations showcase a vibrant palette including metallic blues, yellows, browns, and greens, highlighting the diversity of the species. Physically, the stamps appear to be in Mint Never Hinged (MNH) or Lightly Hinged (LH) condition, as they are neatly aligned in a protective glassine or plastic stock page pocket. The paper quality appears bright and well-preserved with no visible foxing, toning, or significant creasing. The perforations appear intact across the set, though the left-most stamp is partially obscured. This series is reflective of the high-quality offset lithography used for topical thematic stamps in the late 1970s, designed both for postal use and for the international collector market.