Tel Shehab - 7.5 piastre

Tel Shehab - 7.5 piastre

Year
1953
Face Value
7.5
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
Sites and landscapes

Catalogs References

Michel
SY 623
Yvert & Tellier
SY 58
Stanley Gibbons
SY 524

Technical Details

Colors
Green
Size
24 x 40.5 mm
Perforation
11½
Printing
Photogravure
Issued in the 1950s as part of Syria’s definitive series depicting important natural and cultural landmarks, this stamp commemorates Tell Shehab, a historic town in southern Syria renowned for its scenic waterfalls and rich archaeological heritage. Situated near the Yarmouk River, the area has long been known for its fertile landscape and its significance as a settlement dating back to ancient times.

By featuring Tell Shehab, the Syrian Republic highlighted one of the country's notable natural attractions and emphasized the diversity of Syria's landscapes. The issue celebrated the nation's environmental and historical heritage, promoting awareness of sites that combine natural beauty with cultural importance and contribute to Syria's identity and tourism appeal.