Aid for the Burnt Library of Algeria - 10 fils

Aid for the Burnt Library of Algeria - 10 fils

Year
1965
Face Value
10
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
1000000
Themes
International Events, Culture & Heritage

Catalogs References

Michel
IQ 417
Yvert & Tellier
IQ 412
Stanley Gibbons
IQ 688

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
11½ x 11
Printing
Offset lithography
Printers
Pakistan Security Printing Corporation
This stamp commemorates an international campaign to assist the National Library of Algeria following a devastating fire that occurred during the final stages of the Algerian War of Independence. The destruction of books, manuscripts, and cultural materials was widely viewed as a major loss to Algeria's intellectual and national heritage. The stamp features a burning building alongside a lamp, a traditional symbol of knowledge and learning, emphasizing the importance of preserving culture and education.

By issuing this stamp, Iraq expressed solidarity with Algeria and support for efforts to restore valuable collections and educational resources. The issue highlights the significance of protecting cultural heritage and recognizes the role of libraries as institutions that preserve knowledge, history, and national identity for future generations.