Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad - 10 fils

Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad - 10 fils

Year
1965
Face Value
10
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
1000000
Themes
International Events, Religious Figures

Catalogs References

Michel
IQ 420A
Yvert & Tellier
IQ 418
Stanley Gibbons
IQ 691

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
11¾
Printing
Photogravure
Printers
Courvoisier (Helio Courvoisier) S. A.
This stamp commemorates the Mawlid al-Nabi, the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, one of the most important religious observances in the Islamic world. The occasion is marked by gatherings, prayers, charitable activities, and reflections on the life, teachings, and legacy of the Prophet. The depiction of a mosque emphasizes the spiritual significance of the event and its central place in Islamic tradition.

By issuing this stamp, Iraq honored an important religious celebration observed by Muslims throughout the world. The issue reflects the country's Islamic heritage and highlights the enduring influence of the Prophet Muhammad's teachings on faith, morality, and community life within Islamic civilization.