Hijri New Year 1387 AH - 5 fils

Issued in 1967, this stamp commemorates the Hijri New Year 1387 AH, marking the beginning of a new year in the Islamic lunar calendar. The design features a stylized geometric motif resembling a celestial observatory or astronomical pattern, reflecting the historical connection between Islamic civilization, astronomy, mathematics, and calendar calculations. The Hijri calendar begins with the Hijra, the migration of the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622 AD, one of the most significant events in Islamic history.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Republic of Iraq celebrated an important religious and cultural occasion observed throughout the Islamic world. The issue highlighted the enduring significance of the Hijri calendar in Islamic tradition and emphasized the spiritual, historical, and cultural heritage shared by Muslim communities.