Cuba 1985 Mexico ’86 FIFA World Cup Souvenir Sheet – Mint Never Hinged – Soccer

Original Cuban souvenir sheet issued in 1985 to commemorate the upcoming 1986 FIFA World Cup in Mexico.

The colorful design features the Mexican flag, the FIFA World Cup trophy and a football scene with three players. The central perforated stamp is inscribed:

COPA MUNDIAL DE FUTBOL – MEXICO-86
CUBA CORREOS – 1.00

This issue was released in Cuba on January 20, 1985 as part of the country's philatelic commemoration of the Mexico ’86 World Cup.

An attractive collectible combining Cuban philately with one of the most popular themes in worldwide sports collecting — FIFA World Cup football.

Country: Cuba
Year of Issue: 1985
Subject: FIFA World Cup Mexico 1986
Type: Souvenir Sheet / Miniature Sheet
Denomination: 1.00 Peso
Theme: Football / Soccer
Format: Perforated stamp within souvenir sheet
Condition: Unused / Original Gum / Never Hinged

Condition

Unused vintage souvenir sheet with original gum and no visible evidence of a previous charnela.

The sheet shows age-related toning and some discoloration/marks to the gum and margins, visible particularly on the reverse. The perforations appear intact and the overall design remains bright and attractive.

Please examine both front and back photographs carefully, as they form part of the condition description.