Saudi Arabia – Scott # 511, used

Description

This used postage stamp from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Scott #511, commemorates the Expansion of the Prophet’s Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi) in Medina, one of the most sacred sites in Islam. The design prominently features the mosque’s elegant arcades and minarets, rendered in a two-tone color scheme that emphasizes architectural depth and symmetry.

Issued during a period of major modernization and expansion of holy sites in Saudi Arabia, this stamp reflects the kingdom’s investment in accommodating the growing number of pilgrims visiting Medina. The bilingual inscriptions in Arabic and English identify both the subject and issuing country, consistent with Saudi Arabian stamp designs of the late 20th century.

The stamp has been postally used, showing a clear cancellation, with sound perforations and solid overall appearance. It is well suited for collectors of Islamic architecture, Middle Eastern issues, or religious-themed philately.

• Scott Catalog Number: 511

• Denomination: 20p

• Country: Saudi Arabia

• Theme: Islamic architecture / Religious sites / Medina

• Subject: Expansion of the Prophet’s Mosque

• Condition: Used

• Format: Single stamp