Lebanon 1970 Definitive: Cedar of Lebanon

Lebanon · 1970 · 5p

This definitive stamp features a stylized depiction of the Cedar of Lebanon (Cedrus libani), a powerful national symbol. The tree is rendered in a simple, modern design against a solid green background, with the denomination and country name in both Arabic and French.

Issued as part of a definitive series in 1970, this stamp represents a period of relative stability and prosperity in Lebanon before the onset of the civil war in 1975. The Cedar tree has been an emblem of the nation for centuries, symbolizing eternity, strength, and resilience.