International Museum Week - 30  piastre

International Museum Week - 30 piastre

Year
1956
Face Value
30
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
35000
Themes
International Events, Culture & Heritage

Catalogs References

Michel
SY 701
Yvert & Tellier
SY PA102
Stanley Gibbons
SY 602

Technical Details

Colors
Purple lilac
Perforation
11½
Printing
Offset lithography
Issued in 1956, this stamp commemorates International Museum Week, an observance dedicated to promoting awareness of museums and the preservation of cultural heritage.. Such inscriptions provide valuable evidence of the development of writing, administration, religion, and culture in the ancient Near East.

Syria is home to some of the most important archaeological sites in human history, including the remains of civilizations such as Ebla, Ugarit, Mari, Palmyra, and numerous other ancient cultural centers. The preservation and study of inscriptions and artifacts from these sites contribute significantly to our understanding of the origins of language, writing, and organized society.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Syrian Republic highlighted the importance of museums in safeguarding historical and cultural treasures. The issue celebrated Syria's archaeological heritage and emphasized the role of museums in education, research, and the preservation of humanity's shared cultural legacy for future generations.