Iraqi Museum, Baghdad

Iraq · 1970 · 5 Fils

This definitive stamp features an illustration of the Iraqi Museum in Baghdad. The design highlights the prominent architectural features of the building, a key cultural institution in the country. The denomination '5' is shown in the top right corner, with Arabic script for 'Fils' and 'Iraqi Republic' below.

Issued in 1970, this stamp was part of a definitive series showcasing national landmarks and progress during the early years of the Ba'athist regime in Iraq. The Iraqi Museum, founded in 1926, is renowned for its vast collection of Mesopotamian antiquities.