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United Arab Emirates 1973 First Definitive Series

Name: United Arab Emirates 1973 First Definitive Series
Brand: United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates · 1973 · Various

This series represents the first definitive postage stamps issued by the newly formed United Arab Emirates. The designs feature various aspects of the seven emirates, including local scenes, traditional dhows, agricultural symbols like palm trees, and modern developments such as oil derricks, reflecting the nation's heritage and economic foundation. The highest value stamp typically features the portrait of the president, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

Issued shortly after the formation of the United Arab Emirates in December 1971, these stamps symbolize the postal and political unity of the seven emirates, replacing the individual issues of the former Trucial States.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

definitive local-scenes architecture ships oil-industry agriculture coat-of-arms

Catalog Numbers

sg1-12

scott1-12

michel1-12

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$10

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.