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King Abdulaziz Ibn Saud, UPU Admission
common1945-1980

King Abdulaziz Ibn Saud, UPU Admission

Saudi Arabia · 1949 · 1/2g

This airmail stamp features a portrait of King Abdulaziz Ibn Saud, the founder and first monarch of Saudi Arabia. The design is framed by an ornate border and includes inscriptions in both Arabic and English, commemorating the Kingdom's admission to the Universal Postal Union (UPU).

Issued in 1949, this stamp marks Saudi Arabia's integration into the global postal system, a significant step in its development and international relations under King Ibn Saud's reign.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

scottC1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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