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King Faisal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

Name: King Faisal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
Brand: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia · 1970 · 5p

This definitive stamp features a portrait of King Faisal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the third monarch of Saudi Arabia. The design is simple and formal, focusing on the King's image, with the country's name in both Arabic and English script. It was part of a long-running series issued during his reign.

Issued during a period of significant modernization and economic growth in Saudi Arabia, King Faisal's reign (1964-1975) was marked by major oil policy changes and reforms.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

royalty heads-of-state portraits kings

Catalog Numbers

sg713

scott523

michel504

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

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.