Description

This elegant 1999 issue is a true gem for retro-automotive enthusiasts. The series showcases engineering icons from the late 1920s and early 1930s. Designer A. Abtidon focused on technical precision, capturing every detail of these luxury machines' body lines. The set stands out with its unique graphic design—the stamp backgrounds are solid and muted, allowing the vehicle silhouettes to take center stage, while the souvenir sheet margins feature an incredibly detailed engraving of an early sail-powered vehicle against a coastal backdrop.

Detailed Set Composition (MNH Condition):

• 200 Sh. So: A 1931 Aston Martin International in classic light green on a pink background.

• 300 Sh. So: The majestic 1929 Isotta Fraschini, presented on an elegant gray background.

• 400 Sh. So.: A sporty 1931 Alfa Romeo 17/95 in deep red on a light green background.

• 3300 Sh. So.: The powerful 1929 Mercedes Benz SSK on a teal background.

• Bloczek (3200 Sh. So.): A unique item containing two models: the Isotta Fraschini and the Mercedes Benz SSK. The sheet's borders are a graphic masterpiece, depicting a historical wind-propelled vehicle, creating a fascinating contrast with the (then-modern) internal combustion engines.

Why Is This a Perfect Choice?

• Automotive Classics: The series covers the most desirable car models, which are pillars of automotive history.

• Unique Sheet Design: The combination of technical car drawings with the historical engraving on the margins gives the set a prestigious feel.

• Superior Italian Quality: Printing at the I.P.Z.S. in Rome ensures perfect detail reproduction and color durability.