International Tourist Year 1967 - Aladdin's Cave -  200 fils

International Tourist Year 1967 - Aladdin's Cave - 200 fils

Year
1967
Face Value
200
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
170000
Themes
National Events, Architecture & Monuments

Catalogs References

Michel
IQ 512
Yvert & Tellier
IQ PA25
Stanley Gibbons
IQ 785

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Size
35 x 30 mm
Perforation
13 x 13½
Printing
Offset lithography
Printers
De La Rue & Co. Ltd.
Issued in 1967 as part of the International Tourist Year 1967 series, this airmail stamp commemorates Aladdin, the legendary hero of the tale "Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp", one of the most famous stories associated with One Thousand and One Nights (Arabian Nights). The design depicts Aladdin discovering treasure inside a cave filled with jewels and riches, illustrating a scene that has become famous in world literature and folklore.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Republic of Iraq celebrated the rich literary and cultural heritage of the Arab world. The issue highlighted the enduring popularity of traditional storytelling and folklore while promoting appreciation of the literary traditions that have contributed to the cultural identity and artistic legacy of the Middle East.