Symbols of Bahrain's National Heritage and Development

Symbols of Bahrain's National Heritage and Development

Year
1966
Face Value
1
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
Cultural

Catalogs References

Michel
BH 160
Yvert & Tellier
BH 153
Stanley Gibbons
BH 150

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
14½ x 14
Printing
Photogravure
Printers
Harrison & Sons Ltd.
This stamp commemorates Bahrain's progress as a modern nation while honoring the historical and cultural foundations that shaped its identity. The various national symbols represented on the stamp reflect key aspects of Bahrain's development, including its maritime tradition, economic growth, transportation networks, agricultural heritage, cultural customs, and public institutions. Together, these elements celebrate the achievements that transformed Bahrain during the twentieth century from a small Gulf state into an important regional center for commerce, finance, and communications.

The issue also serves as a tribute to Bahrain's efforts to balance modernization with the preservation of its cultural heritage. During the reign of Sheikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the country experienced significant advances in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and international relations, while maintaining strong connections to traditional values and customs. By bringing together multiple symbols of national life, the stamp commemorates Bahrain's journey of development and highlights the unity of its history, culture, and aspirations for the future.