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Sharjah & Dependencies Horses and Riders 1972 Stamp

3 weeks ago
Farhan
Sharjah, Special Collections and Events, Special Releases
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Issue:     Sharjah & Dependencies Horses and Riders 1972 Stamp Type:       Stamp Number of Stamps:       1 Denominations:        1 RL, Issue Date:        1972 Issued By:       Sharjah Post

Issue:     Sharjah & Dependencies Horses and Riders 1972 Stamp

Type:       Stamp

Number of Stamps:       1

Denominations:        1 RL,

Issue Date:        1972

Issued By:       Sharjah Post

 

Horses and Their Riders

This stamp belongs to the Horses and Their Riders issue from Sharjah and Dependencies. It was released in 1972 and carries a face value of 1 rial. The design presents a mounted rider sitting calmly on a bay horse. Behind the pair is a green field with trees and a wooden fence. The rider wears light riding clothes while holding the reins. The blue border gives the picture contrast. This piece forms part of a four stamp group showing different horses and riders.

Peaceful Equestrian Scene

The artwork highlights horseback riding and the connection between a rider and an animal. The horse stands in a relaxed position with its head turned slightly forward. Its dark coat contrasts with the pale clothing of the rider. Trees and open grass create a natural background that makes the scene appear peaceful. The image has a photographic appearance rather than a drawn illustration. Each stamp in this group carries the 1 rial value while presenting a different horse and rider. The series is useful for collectors interested in equestrian subjects. It also reflects the wide range of themes that appeared on Sharjah issues during the early 1970.

A Vintage Sharjah Issue

For philatelists this stamp is an interesting example of a Sharjah issue from the final period before postal responsibilities passed fully to the United Arab Emirates. Sharjah opened its own post office in 1963 and issued stamps under the name Sharjah & Dependencies. The emirate became part of the United Arab Emirates in 1971 but its separate stamps continued briefly. The Horses and Their Riders group is recorded as a 1972 issue with four perforated 1 rial values plus a souvenir sheet. The stamp shown here is one of those designs. Collection sources identify the subject as Horse and Rider. A precise day and month for this particular set are not consistently listed in the sources checked so the confirmed issue year is 1972. For a collection record the entry is 1972 rather than an unsupported exact date.

Kenya Treetops Hotel and Elephants Uhuru Tourism 1963 Stamp

1 month ago
Farhan
Countries and Territories, Flora and Fauna, Kenya, Special Collections and Events, Special Releases
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Issue:      Kenya Treetops Hotel and Elephants Uhuru Tourism 1963Stamp Type:     Stamp Number of Stamps:      1 Stamps Denomination:      1.30 Sh ( Shillings ) Issue Date:       1963 Issued By:      Kenya Post 

Issue:      Kenya Treetops Hotel and Elephants Uhuru Tourism 1963 Stamp

Type:     Stamp

Number of Stamps:      1

Stamps Denomination:      1.30 Sh ( Shillings )

Issue Date:       1963

Issued By:      Kenya Post

 

 

1. Kenya’s Uhuru Tourism Stamp of 1963

The Tourism stamp is a memorable issue celebrating the country’s independence and its growing identity as a tourism destination. The 1.30 Shilling stamp features two African elephants standing in front of the famous Treetops Hotel. The combination of wildlife and tourism gives the stamp a distinctly Kenyan character. The word “UHURU” appears prominently with the year 1963 marking Kenya independence. The stamp was issued on 12 December 1963 the same day Kenya attained independence. Its design brings together some of the country most recognizable attractions including wildlife and the natural environment. this issue is especially interesting because it combines independence history with tourism and African wildlife in a single design.

 

2. African Elephants and Treetops Hotel

This attractive Kenyan stamp presents two African elephants with the Treetops Hotel in the background. The wildlife scene reflects Kenya reputation as an important destination for visitors interested in nature and safari experiences. Treetops Hotel located within the Aberdare National Park area became famous for its connection with Princess Elizabeth during her visit to Kenya. The 1.30 Shilling denomination was part of Kenya 1963 Uhuru issue. The stamp carries the word KENYA together with UHURU 1963, creating a strong connection with the country independence. Its issue date was 12 December 1963. The combination of elephants, tourism, and a famous Kenyan location makes this stamp particularly appealing to collectors interested in African wildlife, travel, hotels, and historical stamps.

 

3. A Historic Symbol of Kenya in 1963

The 1963 Uhuru Tourism stamp represents several important aspects of Kenya at the moment of independence. Its central image of African elephants reflects the country famous wildlife while the Treetops Hotel represents Kenya as a developing international tourism destination. The 1.30 Shilling value was issued on 12 December 1963 and formed part of the Uhuru stamp issue. Contemporary descriptions identify the stamp as featuring an African elephant in front of a hotel while Kenyan historical sources identify the location as Treetops Hotel. The word Uhuru, meaning freedom, and the year 1963 emphasize the historical importance of the issue. this stamp is valuable as a combination of Kenyan independence, wildlife, tourism, and national identity. It is an excellent addition to collections covering African history or thematic wildlife stamps.