Third International Conference on Asian Archaeology - 120 fils

Third International Conference on Asian Archaeology - 120 fils

Year
1970
Face Value
120
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
exhibition

Catalogs References

Michel
BH 183
Yvert & Tellier
BH 176
Stanley Gibbons
BH 173

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
14½
Printing
Photogravure
Printers
Harrison & Sons Ltd.
This stamp commemorates the Third International Conference on Asian Archaeology, held in Bahrain in 1970. The conference brought together archaeologists, historians, researchers, and cultural specialists from numerous countries to discuss the history, archaeology, and ancient civilizations of Asia. The event provided an important platform for presenting new discoveries, exchanging scientific knowledge, and promoting international cooperation in the study and preservation of archaeological heritage.

The conference was particularly significant for Bahrain because it highlighted the historical importance of the island's ancient civilizations and its role as a crossroads of trade and culture in the Gulf region. By hosting this international gathering, Bahrain reinforced its commitment to archaeological research and the protection of cultural heritage. The stamp celebrates both the success of the conference and the growing recognition of Bahrain's rich historical legacy within the global archaeological community.