75th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union (U.P.U.) - 40 fils

This historic, slate-blue commemorative postage stamp was issued by the Kingdom of Iraq in 1949 to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (1874–1949). With a face value of 20 Fils , the design features a nostalgic, central illustration of a traditional desert post rider mounted on horseback, symbolizing the heritage of early postal courier routes across the region. In the upper right corner, an oval inset displays the portrait of the late King Ghazi, who ruled Iraq during the 1930s. This beautifully composed piece represents a bridge between Iraq's historical communication roots and its formal place within the global, modern postal community.