Egypt 1959 Official Stamps, Eagle of Saladin

Egypt · 1959 · 1m & 4m

This set of two official stamps features the Eagle of Saladin, the national emblem of Egypt, which is also part of its coat of arms. The design is rendered in a single color against a plain background, with the denominations of 1 millieme and 4 milliemes indicated. These stamps were intended for use on official government correspondence.

Issued in 1959, these stamps represent the United Arab Republic period (1958-1961) when Egypt and Syria formed a short-lived political union. The Eagle of Saladin emblem was a powerful symbol of Arab nationalism during this era.