Abu Dhabi – Definitive High Values Stamp Set (1971)

Issued by Abu Dhabi in 1971, this definitive high-value stamp set features Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan alongside subjects representing the emirate’s heritage, architecture, and wildlife. The stamps depict an Arabian horse, Arabian gazelle, Al Jahili Fort in Al Ain, and a mosque, reflecting Abu Dhabi’s cultural identity and architectural heritage. Released during the final year before the formation of the United Arab Emirates, these high-value definitives were intended for higher postal rates and remain among the last definitive issues of the independent Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Additional Details

• Issuer: Abu Dhabi

• Year: 1971

• Type: Definitive Stamp Set

• Number of Stamps: 4

• Face Values:

• 125 Fils – Arabian Horse

• 150 Fils – Arabian Gazelle

• 500 Fils – Al Jahili Fort

• 1 Dinar – Mosque

• Perforation: Perforated

• Design Features:

• Portrait of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan

• Arabian horse

• Arabian gazelle

• Al Jahili Fort, Al Ain

• Mosque representing Islamic architecture

• Condition: Mint, unused (based on image provided)

• Special Features: Final high-value definitive issue released by Abu Dhabi prior to the establishment of the United Arab Emirates on 2 December 1971.