Fujeira – Scott # 37

Description

Issued by Fujairah in the mid-1960s, Scott #37 is a memorial issue honoring John F. Kennedy (1917–1963). This stamp presents a formal portrait of Kennedy in a dignified, statesmanlike pose, emphasizing leadership, optimism, and the enduring international impact of his presidency.

Rendered in a restrained monochrome palette with gold-toned inscriptions, the design contrasts with the more intimate family scene used on Fujairah Scott #36. Together, the two stamps form a complementary pair, balancing the public and private images of Kennedy’s legacy.

The stamp bears a denomination of 5 Riyals and reflects Fujairah’s early practice of issuing globally themed commemoratives aimed at the international collector market. English and Arabic text appear side by side, underscoring the emirate’s outward-facing postal identity during this period.

This example is offered mint never hinged, with full original gum, clean margins, sharp perforations, and strong overall eye appeal.

• Country: Fujairah (Fujeira)

• Year of Issue: mid-1960s

• Scott Number: 37

• Denomination: 5 Riyals

• Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)