Cuba 1967 Sputnik 10th Anniversary Space Souvenir Sheet – Scott #1289a – Luna 9 & Luna 10

Original Cuban souvenir sheet issued October 4, 1967, commemorating the 10th anniversary of the launch of Sputnik 1, the world's first artificial satellite.

This colorful space-themed sheet contains eight stamps illustrating milestones of the early Soviet space program: Sputnik I, Lunik III, Venusik, Cosmos, Mars I, Electron I–II, Luna 9 and Luna 10.

The surrounding design commemorates achievements including the first artificial satellite, early photographs of the far side of the Moon, Venus exploration, the first soft landing on the Moon and the first artificial lunar satellite.

The sheet bears the inscription “En honor al pueblo soviético pionero de la astronáutica” — honoring the Soviet people as pioneers of astronautics.

An especially attractive crossover collectible for Cuban philately, Sputnik memorabilia and early space exploration collectors.

Issued: October 4, 1967
Scott: #1289a
Michel: Block 30
Yvert: Bloc 30
Printing: 35,000 sheets
Printing method: Offset

Condition: Vintage unused souvenir sheet with strong colors and complete design. Age-related toning and discoloration are visible, particularly along the margins and reverse. The sheet shows noticeable natural curling/warping, scattered age spots and gum/surface irregularities. A small purple-colored spot or adhesion is visible near the lower portion of the 4-centavo Cosmos stamp. Gum condition has not been independently verified and the sheet is not represented as MNH. Please examine all photographs carefully for exact condition.