Pan-Arab Games 1965 - Cairo - 50 naye paise

Pan-Arab Games 1965 - Cairo - 50 naye paise

Year
1965
Face Value
50
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
sport

Catalogs References

Michel
AE-SH 197A
Yvert & Tellier
AE-SH 126
Stanley Gibbons
AE-SH 178

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
14 x 15
Printing
Photogravure
Designer
Derek Slater
Printers
Harrison & Sons Ltd.
Issued in 1965, this stamp commemorates the Fourth Pan Arab Games, held in Cairo, Egypt, from 2 to 17 September 1965. The Pan Arab Games brought together athletes from across the Arab world in a spirit of friendly competition and regional cooperation, promoting sporting excellence while strengthening cultural and social ties among Arab nations. The event featured a wide range of athletic disciplines and served as one of the most important sporting gatherings in the Arab region.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, Sharjah highlighted the importance of sport in fostering friendship, unity, and mutual understanding among Arab peoples. The issue celebrated the achievements of Arab athletes and emphasized the role of international sporting events in encouraging cooperation, youth development, and regional solidarity through peaceful competition.