3rd Arab Football Cup Baghdad 1966  - 50 fils

3rd Arab Football Cup Baghdad 1966 - 50 fils

Year
1966
Face Value
50
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
25000
Themes
Sports, International Events

Catalogs References

Michel
IQ BL9
Yvert & Tellier
IQ BF9
Stanley Gibbons
IQ MS720

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Size
116 x 70 mm
Perforation
12
Printing
Photogravure
Printers
Österreichische Staatsdruckerei (Austrian State Printer)
Issued in 1966, this stamp commemorates the 3rd Arab Football Cup, held in Baghdad, Iraq, in April 1966. The design depicts two football players competing for the ball, symbolizing the spirit of athletic competition and friendship among Arab nations. The Arab Football Cup brought together national teams from across the Arab world, promoting sportsmanship, regional cooperation, and cultural exchange through one of the region's most popular sports.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Republic of Iraq highlighted its role in hosting an important regional sporting event. The issue celebrated the values of teamwork, fair play, and international friendship, while emphasizing the contribution of sport to strengthening ties among Arab nations and encouraging youth participation in athletic activities.