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Year: 1984
Armed Forces Day
This stamp commemorates Oman Armed Forces Day (يوم القوات المسلحة), celebrated on December 11, 1984, by the Sultanate of Oman. Armed Forces Day is an annual national occasion marking the historic conclusion of the Dhofar Conflict in 1975, when the Sultanate successfully unified and secured its sovereign territory. The military commemoration pays tribute to the dedication, sacrifice, and ongoing readiness of the nation's defense forces in safeguarding Oman’s borders and political stability. Beyond honoring military history, the 1984 issue highlighted the modern capabilities and joint readiness of the Royal Air Force of Oman and the Royal Navy of Oman under the leadership of Sultan Qaboos bin Said, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. Given Oman's strategic position along the Strait of Hormuz and the vital maritime trade routes of the Arabian Sea, the event showcased the Sultanate's commitment to maintaining a modernized, highly trained military capable of defending national sovereignty and ensuring maritime security across the region.
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Aerial View of Ras al Hadd from Gemini IV- 1 rupee
Commemoration of First Shipment of Oil, Mina Al Fahal- 40 baisa
Commemoration of First Shipment of Oil, Mina Al Fahal- 25 baisa
Commemoration of First Shipment of Oil, Mina Al Fahal- 20 baisa
Mirani Fort- 50 Rupee
Mirani Fort- 10 Rupee
Matrah Fort - 5 Rupee
Nizwa Fort - 2 Rupee
Sohar Fort - 1 Rupee
Samail Fort - 50 baisa
Nakhal Fort - 30 baisa
Port of Muscat and Jalali Fort - 25 baisa
Port of Muscat and Jalali Fort - 20 baisa
Port of Muscat and Jalali Fort - 10 baisa
Khanjar Bo Sayfain - The Royal Emblem of Oman - 10 baisa
Khanjar Bo Sayfain - The Royal Emblem of Oman - 5 baisa
