First Arab Gulf Week for Social Work 1985 - 50 fils

First Arab Gulf Week for Social Work 1985 - 50 fils

Year
1985
Face Value
50
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
Economy & Industry, International Events, Political Figures

Catalogs References

Michel
BH 365
Yvert & Tellier
BH 342
Stanley Gibbons
BH 338

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
14½
Printing
Offset lithography
Printers
Oriental Press, Bahrain
Issued in 1985, this stamp commemorates the First Arab Gulf Week for Social Work, an event dedicated to promoting social welfare, community development, and cooperation among the Gulf states. The design features the official emblem of the event cradled between two protective hands, symbolizing care, support, and social responsibility. A medallion portrait of Sheikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the ruler of Bahrain, appears in the upper right corner, reflecting official support for social and humanitarian initiatives.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the State of Bahrain highlighted the importance of social work in strengthening communities and improving quality of life. The issue celebrated the contributions of social workers, charitable organizations, and public institutions in addressing social needs, while emphasizing the values of cooperation, compassion, and human development throughout the Gulf region.