Angraecum eburneum and Hippotion batschi: 100-Franc (20-Ariary) Postage Stamp

A commemorative stamp depicting an Angraecum eburneum orchid in flower being pollinated by the hawk moth Hippotion batschi. It was issued on 8 November 1985 and has a face value of 100 francs (20 ariary). The stamp is cancelled with a postmark that is dated 1986.

• Michel catalogue code: MG 1003
• Yvert et Tellier catalogue code: MG 756

• Philately > Stamps > Madagascar > Post-Independence
• Philately > Malagasy Stamp Sets & Series > Orchids & Moths of Madagascar > 1985 Issue
• Flora > Madagascar > Orchids > Angraecum eburneum
• Fauna > Madagascar > Moths > Hippotion batschi