Tree Day (Arbor Day) - 7 February 1956 - 40 piastre

Issued in 1958, this stamp commemorates the 10th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on 10 December 1948. The design features the United Nations emblem surrounded by symbolic radiating lines, together with the French inscription “Le Droit est au-dessus de la Force” (“Right is Above Force”), emphasizing the principles of justice, human dignity, equality, and the rule of law. The stamp was produced as part of a worldwide observance marking a decade of international commitment to fundamental human rights and freedoms.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Syrian Republic joined the international celebration of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The issue highlighted the importance of justice, equality, and respect for human dignity, while emphasizing the role of international cooperation in promoting peace, freedom, and the protection of human rights throughout the world.