SAUDI ARABIA FINE USED WILD FLOWERS 4V desert flowers postal used mark

Item Specifics

Country

Saudi Arabia

Catalog Number

197

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Topic

Flowers & Trees

Item Description

These are postage stamps from Saudi Arabia, featuring illustrations of native plants. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the stamps and their significance based on the image and my knowledge:

Origin and Issuing Authority:
The stamps are from Saudi Arabia, as indicated by the emblem in the top left corner of each stamp—a palm tree with two crossed swords, which is part of the Saudi national emblem. The Arabic text at the top of each stamp reads "المملكة العربية السعودية" (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia).
Theme and Design:
The stamps are part of a series showcasing native flora of Saudi Arabia, a common theme in philately to highlight a country’s natural heritage. Each stamp features a different plant species, likely chosen for their ecological or cultural significance in the region.
Top Left (50 Halala): This stamp shows a plant with small yellow flowers and a dark seed pod. The plant appears to be a type of desert flower, possibly from the genus Citrullus (like a wild melon) or a similar arid-region species.
Top Right (50 Halala): This stamp depicts a plant with yellowish flowers and buds, possibly a type of Acacia or a similar flowering shrub common in the Arabian Peninsula.
Bottom Left (75 Halala): This stamp features a plant with orange tubular flowers, which resembles Aloe or a related succulent species, known for thriving in arid environments and often used in traditional medicine.
Bottom Right (75 Halala): This stamp shows a plant similar to the top left, with yellow flowers and a dark seed pod, likely a variant or a different angle of the same species.
Denominations and Currency:
The stamps have denominations of 50 Halala and 75 Halala. In Saudi Arabia, the currency is the Saudi Riyal (SR), and 1 Riyal equals 100 Halala. So, 50 Halala is 0.50 Riyal, and 75 Halala is 0.75 Riyal.
The denominations are written in both Arabic numerals (٥٠ and ٧٥) and English (50H and 75H).
Cancellation Marks:
The stamps appear to be used, as they have cancellation marks on them. These marks, often in the form of postmarks or ink lines, indicate that the stamps were used on mail and processed through the postal system. The marks include some Arabic text and numbers, likely indicating the date and place of cancellation, though the details are not fully legible.
Historical Context:
These stamps are likely from the late 20th century, possibly the 1970s or 1980s, based on their design style and the use of Halala denominations, which were more commonly featured on stamps during that period. Saudi Arabia has a history of issuing stamps that celebrate its natural environment, including its desert flora and fauna, to promote awareness of the country’s biodiversity.
The focus on native plants reflects Saudi Arabia’s interest in showcasing its ecological diversity, despite its predominantly arid landscape. Many of these plants are adapted to survive in harsh desert conditions and may have traditional uses in medicine, food, or cultural practices.
Philatelic Value:
Used stamps like these are generally of modest value to collectors unless they are rare, part of a limited series, or have unique cancellation marks. A set of used Saudi stamps from this period might be worth a small amount, perhaps a few cents to a dollar each, depending on their condition and demand among collectors of Middle Eastern or botanical-themed stamps.

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