20th Anniversary of UNESCO - 45 fils

20th Anniversary of UNESCO - 45 fils

Year
1966
Face Value
45
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
Event

Catalogs References

Michel
KW 334
Yvert & Tellier
KW 328
Stanley Gibbons
KW 338

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
12½ x 13½
Printing
Offset lithography
Printers
Joh. Enschedé
Issued in 1966, this stamp commemorates the 20th anniversary of UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, founded on 16 November 1945. UNESCO was established to promote international cooperation in education, science, culture, and communication, with the goal of fostering peace and mutual understanding among nations through intellectual and cultural exchange.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the State of Kuwait expressed its support for UNESCO's mission and its contribution to global education, cultural preservation, scientific advancement, and international dialogue. The issue highlighted the importance of knowledge, cultural heritage, and cooperation among peoples, reflecting Kuwait's commitment to the values of learning, cultural development, and international collaboration.