Teacher's Day - 8 fils

Teacher's Day - 8 fils

Year
1968
Face Value
8
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
National Events, Education

Catalogs References

Michel
KW 378
Yvert & Tellier
KW 372
Stanley Gibbons
KW 379

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
14
Printing
Offset lithography
Printers
De La Rue & Co. Ltd.
Issued in 1968, this stamp commemorates Teacher's Day, observed on 2 March 1968 in the State of Kuwait. The design features an open book, a laurel wreath, and the Arabic inscription "The teacher is almost a messenger" (Al-Mu'allim yakadu an yakuna rasulan), a well-known expression emphasizing the noble role of teachers in educating and guiding future generations. The decorative floral motifs further symbolize knowledge, growth, and the cultural value placed on education.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the State of Kuwait honored the teaching profession and recognized the vital contribution of educators to national development. The issue celebrated the role of teachers in spreading knowledge, shaping character, and preparing young people for the future, while highlighting Kuwait's commitment to education as a cornerstone of social progress, cultural advancement, and economic development.