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King Abdulaziz ibn Saud, Founder of Saudi Arabia
uncommon1900-1945

King Abdulaziz ibn Saud, Founder of Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia · 1934 · 1/4g

This stamp features a portrait of King Abdulaziz ibn Saud, the founder and first monarch of Saudi Arabia. The design is a classic engraved portrait, typical of definitive issues of the era, framed by intricate geometric patterns common in Islamic art. It is one of the first postage stamps issued by the newly unified Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Issued in 1934, this stamp marks a significant moment following the unification of the Kingdom of Hejaz and Nejd into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1932. It symbolizes the new national identity under King Abdulaziz's rule.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

sg1
scott1
michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$2
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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