Statues of Mareb (Sheba) - 4 buqsha

Statues of Mareb (Sheba) - 4 buqsha

Year
1961
Face Value
4
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
Art

Catalogs References

Michel
YE-AR 217A
Yvert & Tellier
YE-K 101
Stanley Gibbons
YE-AR 143

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
11¾
Printing
Photogravure
Printers
Courvoisier (Helio Courvoisier) S. A.
This stamp highlights the classic artistic achievements of ancient Yemen through the presentation of an exceptional bronze sculpted head discovered among the ruins of Marib. The illustration depicts a stylized human face with prominent features and meticulously curled hair, showcasing a blend of indigenous South Arabian craftsmanship and Hellenistic or Roman cultural influences that spread along the historic incense trade routes. This imagery carries a powerful message of sophisticated artistry, international connectivity, and cultural refinement. Within the Yemeni historical context, the stamp serves to celebrate and preserve the legacy of the Kingdom of Sheba, emphasizing the region's ancient role as a prosperous commercial and artistic crossroads connecting the Arabian Peninsula with the broader Mediterranean world.