Stamp Details:
- Issue Name: Definitive Stamps
- Date of Issue: 10th October 2016
- Number of Stamps: 1 Stamp
- Denomination: 5 Riyals
- Quantity Printed: 150,000 Stamps
- Dimensions: 33 x 28 mm
- Printing Process: Offset Lithography
- Printed By: M/s Cartor Security Printing, France
This Definitive Stamp series features a 5 Riyals denomination, with a total of 150,000 stamps printed, making it widely available for use in Qatar. It is designed for everyday postal use, but due to its limited-edition status, it also holds value for collectors.
First Day Cover:
- First Day Cover Value: 6 Riyals
- Quantity Printed: 2,000 First Day Covers (FDC)
The First Day Cover (FDC) for this definitive stamp release is a special collectible piece that marks the first day of issue with an official cancellation mark. With only 2,000 FDCs available, it adds extra value for stamp collectors and is a perfect addition to any philatelic collection.
Why It's Special:
Everyday Postal Use: As a definitive stamp, it is intended for regular mailing services within Qatar and abroad.
Limited Edition: Despite being produced in large quantities, its design and role in Qatar’s postal system make it a unique collectible for enthusiasts.
Commemorates Qatari Postal History: This stamp is part of Qatar Post's ongoing effort to produce high-quality, collectible stamps that reflect the nation's evolving postal system.
Perfect For:
- Philatelists and stamp collectors looking to add definitive stamps to their collections
- Postal history enthusiasts
- Individuals wishing to commemorate Qatar's modern postal system
- Collectors seeking First Day Covers as limited-edition items