Visit of Pope John Paul II to Madagascar: 250-Franc (50-Ariary) Postage Stamp

A commemorative stamp depicting Pope John Paul II overlaid with a distorted outline of Madagascar, marking his 1989 visit to the country. It was issued on 28 April 1989 and has a face value of 250 francs (50 ariary). The stamp is cancelled with a postmark that is probaby from Antsirabe, dated October 1989.

• Michel catalogue code: MG 1199
• Yvert et Tellier catalogue code: MG 920

• Philately > Stamps > Madagascar > Post-Independence
• Philately > Malagasy Stamp Sets & Series > Pope John Paul II Visit to Madagascar > 1989 Issue
• History > Madagascar > Papal Visit 1989