2009 Iceland (Ísland) Complete Year Pack – Mint MNH – Puffin & Astronomy Europa

Condition: Pristine Mint / Unused in official Icelandic Post presentation folder.

• Key Themes: Ornithology (Puffin souvenir sheet), Science/Astronomy (Europa issue), National Heritage, and Water Works Centenary.

• Note for Collectors: "Includes every individual stamp, miniature sheet, and booklet pane issued in 2009. Pristine condition with original protective mounts."

Notable Highlights in the Pack

This volume is particularly rich in Maritime, Fauna, and Cultural Heritage sets:

• Sea Birds – The Puffin: Features a stunning souvenir sheet (often cited as SG MS1227) showing the iconic Atlantic Puffin. This is a "blue-chip" thematic for bird collectors.

• Centenary of the Water Works: Commemorating 100 years of Reykjavík’s water system—a clean, technical design favored by "Industrial" thematic collectors.

• Icelandic Animals: Includes high-quality photographic sets of local livestock and wildlife, continuing the popular series seen in your 2008 pack.

• Europa 2009 – Astronomy: The annual Europa issue celebrating the International Year of Astronomy, which has high crossover appeal for science-themed collectors.

• Christmas 2009: Typically features two traditional festive designs, often depicting Icelandic "Yule Lads" or snowy landscapes.