National Day 1977 (Traditional Earthenware Jars)

This stamp celebrates Oman's 7th National Day in 1977 by highlighting the country's historic pottery crafts, ancient household traditions, and regional material culture (Min Al-Turath). The central illustration features two traditional earthenware storage jars (Jirar),showcasing the distinct glaze and wavy applique ornamentation typical of indigenous Omani kilns, which were used for centuries to preserve and cool fresh water, dates, and grain.