Bahrain – Scott # 209, used
$1.50
Bahrain Scott #209 (1974) is a used commemorative stamp celebrating the centenary of the Universal Postal Union, featuring historic and modern postal transport imagery.
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Description
This Bahrain commemorative stamp, Scott #209, issued in 1974, marks the centenary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU). The issue celebrates Bahrain’s participation in the global postal system and highlights the evolution of international mail and communication over one hundred years.
The design combines multiple symbolic elements representing different eras of postal transport. A modern jet aircraft appears at the top, symbolizing contemporary airmail service, while a horse-drawn mail coach in the foreground evokes early land-based mail delivery. At center, the Universal Postal Union emblem reinforces the international scope and cooperative mission of the organization.
A portrait of Sheikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa is included at upper right, linking national leadership with Bahrain’s role in global institutions. The background incorporates a reproduction of a UPU commemorative stamp design, layered with bold color contrasts that give the composition a dynamic, forward-looking appearance. Arabic and English inscriptions reinforce the stamp’s bilingual presentation and international theme.
Issued with a 150 fils denomination, the stamp was intended for regular postal use. This example is offered in used condition, showing evidence of normal circulation. Used copies are especially appealing to collectors of Middle Eastern stamps, UPU-themed issues, and postal history subjects.
Scott Catalog Number: 209
Denomination: 150 fils
Year of Issue: 1974
Condition: Used
Country: Bahrain
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