International Education Year (1970) - 4 piastre

International Education Year (1970) - 4 piastre

Year
1971
Face Value
4
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
International Events, Education

Catalogs References

Michel
SD 269
Yvert & Tellier
SD 231
Stanley Gibbons
SD 302

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Size
26 x 43 mm
Perforation
11 x 11½
Printing
Photogravure
This stamp commemorates International Education Year 1970, an initiative proclaimed by the United Nations to promote education as a fundamental tool for social progress, economic development, and international understanding. The design features a stylized fingerprint, symbolizing the uniqueness of every individual and the role of education in personal growth and human development.

By issuing this stamp, Sudan expressed support for global efforts to expand access to education and improve literacy. The issue highlights the importance of learning in enhancing opportunities, strengthening communities, and contributing to national development, while emphasizing education as a key foundation for progress and human advancement.