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Four new postage stamps to highlight traditional Omani music
According to Al Bawaba, Oman Post, a subsidiary of ASYAD Group, has released four interactive stamps showcasing the art of 'Al Maidan,' one of Oman's oldest art forms encompassing poetry and traditional music. These stamps celebrate the rich musical heritage of the Sultanate, with each stamp highlighting a specific theme, including 'performance,' 'the poet and the singer,' and 'some of the instruments used in Al Maidan,' among others.
July 5, 2020Which is more important? The accuracy of the description or the generosity of the generous?
Which is more important? The accuracy of the description or the generosity of the hosts? I believe this question crossed the mind of His Majesty King Farouk in late 1945. At that time, preparations were in full swing to receive King Abdulaziz Al Saud in the Kingdom of Egypt, and King Farouk had decided to honor his guest and commemorate the royal visit on Egyptian postage stamps, ordering that the stamps be issued…
June 29, 2020Competition to design a stamp for the 50th National Day
As reported by the portal, and in honor and recognition of the enduring legacy of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said – may God rest his soul – Oman Post has announced a competition to design a commemorative stamp set to celebrate the 50th Glorious National Day. Until July 24, 2020, participants can submit their artwork, which will focus on eight different aspects, including…
June 27, 202016th Agricultural and Industrial Exhibition
*Postal Stamps* In 1949, the Egyptian Postal Authority celebrated the 16th Agricultural and Industrial Exhibition by issuing 5 commemorative stamps and 2 souvenir cards. The first four stamps featured a model of the Nile statue, a magnificent colossal statue found in the temple of the two Egyptian goddesses, Isis and Serapis, located in Rome (yes, there were Romans who worshipped Egyptian gods even after Egypt fell into their hands!)
June 10, 2020Location: Egypt, Time: 1941... World War II
British forces and colonies are under immense pressure. Nazi forces are sweeping across Europe and may soon reach the United Kingdom. The Egyptians are offering aid, but on the condition that Britain buys the entire cotton harvest. The imperial treasury is nearly empty. Morale among the soldiers is at its lowest point. The Germans and Italians are sinking mail ships in the Mediterranean almost daily, and if letters are sent by sea…
June 4, 2020The Story of an Arabic Stamp
The meeting of Arab kings and presidents in Zahraa Inshas, Egypt, on May 28, 1946, was convened by the Kingdom of Egypt to discuss the issues facing the Arab nation and its role in the post-World War II era following the Allied victory. The presidents and kings of six independent Arab states, in addition to Egypt, were invited: Yemen…
June 1, 2020Australian National Stamp Exhibition 2020
The Canberra Stampshow 2020 is one of the largest gatherings of postal enthusiasts in Australia and is a highly anticipated event. Held biennially in March over three days, it was a highlight of this year's event. The Arabic postal displays were particularly noteworthy, with most winning medals.
March 14, 2020A postage stamp entitled 'Jerusalem, Capital of Palestine'
According to the website Al Bawaba, in reverence and appreciation of one of the holiest cities in the Arab and Islamic world, Oman Post has issued a new postage stamp bearing the slogan 'Jerusalem, Capital of Palestine'. This step aims to emphasize the Arab world's support for the Palestinian cause within the framework of joint cooperation with the Arab Permanent Postal Committee, which was established by the League of Arab States in 1954. [The stamp is available…]
February 8, 202040 years since the establishment of the Pan African Postal Union
The Egyptian Post Office issued a commemorative postage stamp to mark the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the Pan African Postal Union. The stamp was launched by Essam El-Sagheer, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Egyptian Post Office; Bishar Hussein, Director General of the International Bureau of the Universal Postal Union; Younes Jabrin, Secretary General of the Pan African Postal Union; and Engineer Isaac Kamwile, Minister of Works, Transport and Communications of the Tanzanian government.
January 19, 2020Episode 8 of: Why the hobby?... The joy of shopping!
Humans love to shop, and when we meet people who say they never like to shop, they usually mean they don't like buying clothes, shoes, household items, etc. But I assure you that we all like to buy things that are important to us. For example, some people thoroughly enjoy buying a new car, and in the West, you find people who like to buy fishing gear and repair tools…
October 15, 2018Kings and princes interested in stamp collecting
A charming article published in 1932 showcases some kings and princes interested in stamp collecting, including King Fuad I, the king of hobbies and the hobby of kings! Stamp collecting is considered the king of domestic hobbies, as it's the best way for kings and princes to spend their free time. His Majesty King George V has been collecting postage stamps since his adolescence and has never lost his enthusiasm for the hobby. Today…
January 29, 2018Stamp valuation
In a move that, while anticipated, is the first of its kind, CCG, the parent company of NGC, has just announced the creation of a new subsidiary to appraise stamps, similar to the appraisal of coins, banknotes, and magazines. The new appraisal system assigns a score of 1-100 to each stamp, depending on its condition, and each appraised stamp will be placed in a secure holder…
October 27, 2017Salamah Fi Kheir film
Who among us remembers the film "Salama Fi Kheir" starring the late, great actor Naguib El Rihani? Who doesn't remember this wonderful film, produced in 1937? "Salama Fi Kheir" was one of the most important works of the late artist Naguib El Rihani and the directorial debut of Niazi Mostafa. Its story revolves around a messenger working in a shop…
January 25, 2016Notes on the Farouk Royal Commemorative Stamps
Did you know that there are some simple observations—which may be unknown to some collectors—about certain royal Farouk commemorative stamps? The 1936 treaty is one of the most important commemorative stamps. The image was taken in the Locarno Hall of the British Foreign Office, not at the Zaafaran Palace as is commonly believed. It is also worth noting that this stamp is the only one in Egyptian history to bear…
November 19, 2015