Traffic Day - 20 fils

Traffic Day - 20 fils

Year
1967
Face Value
20
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
National Events, Anniversaries

Catalogs References

Michel
KW 361
Yvert & Tellier
KW 355
Stanley Gibbons
KW 362

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
14 x 13½
Printing
Offset lithography
Printers
Joh. Enschedé
Issued in 1967, this stamp commemorates Traffic Day, observed on 4 May 1967 to promote road safety and public awareness of traffic regulations. The design depicts a traffic police officer assisting schoolchildren at a pedestrian crossing, emphasizing the importance of safety, discipline, and respect for traffic laws in an increasingly motorized society. During the 1960s, Kuwait experienced rapid urban growth and an expansion of its road network, making traffic education an important public concern.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the State of Kuwait highlighted the importance of road safety and accident prevention. The issue encouraged responsible behavior among motorists and pedestrians and emphasized the role of traffic authorities in protecting public safety, reflecting Kuwait's commitment to modern transportation management and community well-being.