- Printer: Recess by State Printing Works, Prague
- Perforation: P 12 × 11½
Stamp Listings
| No. | SG No. | Face Value | Description | Mint (£) | Used (£) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IQ 620 | 620 | 1f | Deep emerald-green | 1.00 | 0.40 |
| IQ 621 | 621 | 2f | Reddish violet | 1.00 | 0.40 |
| IQ 622 | 622 | 3f | Black | 1.00 | 0.40 |
| IQ 623 | 623 | 4f | Black and greenish yellow | 1.00 | 0.40 |
| IQ 624 | 624 | 5f | Purple and light green | 1.00 | 0.40 |
| IQ 625 | 625 | 10f | Red | 1.00 | 0.40 |
| IQ 626 | 626 | 15f | Red-brown and yellow | 1.00 | 0.40 |
| IQ 627 | 627 | 20f | Bluish violet | 2.75 | 0.40 |
| IQ 628 | 628 | 30f | Red-orange | 2.00 | 0.55 |
| IQ 629 | 629 | 40f | Emerald | 3.00 | 0.55 |
| IQ 630 | 630 | 50f | Deep chocolate | 12.50 | 1.10 |
| IQ 631 | 631 | 75f | Black and light green | 6.75 | 1.00 |
| IQ 632 | 632 | 100f | Purple | 6.75 | 1.10 |
| IQ 633 | 633 | 200f | Brown | 12.50 | 1.10 |
| IQ 634 | 634 | 500f | Blue | 15.00 | 3.75 |
| IQ 635 | 635 | 1d | Brown-purple | 22.00 | 6.00 |
Design Details
- 1f, 3f: Guffas, river Tigris.
- 2f, 500f: Spiral Tower of Samarra. The Spiral Tower of Samarra, also known as the Great Mosque of Samarra, is an iconic architectural marvel from the Abbasid era (9th century). This unique spiraling minaret represents the ingenuity of Islamic architecture and serves as a symbol of Iraq’s historical significance as a center of learning and culture.
- 5f, 75f: Republican emblem. The Republican Emblem represents the newly established republic following the 1958 revolution that ended the Hashemite monarchy. This design showcases the unity and progress of Iraq as a republic, with nationalistic undertones reflecting the pride of a new era.
- 4f, 15f: Sumerian Harp. The Sumerian Harp highlights Iraq’s ancient Mesopotamian heritage, specifically from the Sumerian civilization. Harps like this were discovered in the Royal Cemetery at Ur and date back to 2600 BCE. These instruments are a testament to the sophistication of early musical traditions in Iraq.
- 10f, 50f: Lion of Babylon. The Lion of Babylon, an enduring symbol of strength and power, hails from the Neo-Babylonian period (605–562 BCE). Found in Babylon’s Ishtar Gate, this majestic stone relief is a tribute to the glory of Babylonian art and culture.
- 20f, 40f: Koranic school of Abbasid period. This design illustrates the importance of education and scholarship during the Abbasid Caliphate (750–1258 CE), one of the most culturally rich periods in Islamic history. The Abbasid Caliphs established institutions like the House of Wisdom in Baghdad, which played a pivotal role in advancing science, philosophy, and literature.
- 30f, 200f: Mosque and minarets.
- 100f, 1d: Winged Bull of Kharsabad. The Winged Bull, or Lamassu, is an ancient Assyrian symbol of protection and power, often placed at palace entrances. This particular representation comes from the Khorsabad palace of King Sargon II (721–705 BCE). The bull combines human intelligence, animal strength, and divine protection, encapsulating the grandeur of Assyrian art.