Human Rights Year (1948-1963) - 6 fils

Human Rights Year (1948-1963) - 6 fils

Year
1964
Face Value
6
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
500000
Themes
International Events

Catalogs References

Michel
IQ 380
Yvert & Tellier
IQ 378
Stanley Gibbons
IQ 649

Technical Details

Colors
Olive grey
Perforation
13
Printing
Offset lithography
Printers
Bradbury, Wilkinson & Co. Ltd
This stamp commemorates the 15th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations on 10 December 1948. The design features an image inspired by ancient Mesopotamian civilization, alongside the Human Rights emblem, symbolizing the connection between humanity's historical legacy and modern principles of justice, dignity, and equality. The anniversary was observed worldwide to reaffirm the importance of protecting fundamental rights and freedoms for all people.

By issuing this stamp, Iraq expressed its support for the universal ideals of human rights and international cooperation. The issue highlights the significance of promoting human dignity, social justice, and equal treatment under the law, while emphasizing the continuing importance of the principles established by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.