Women's Costume - Dhahira Region

Women's Costume - Dhahira Region

Year
1989
Face Value
30
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
1000000
Themes
crafts

Catalogs References

Michel
OM 330
Yvert & Tellier
OM 313
Stanley Gibbons
OM 363

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Size
28 x 41.1 mm
Perforation
11¼ x 11¾
Printing
Photogravure
Designer
Mohammed bin Nizam Shah
Printers
Courvoisier (Helio Courvoisier) S. A.
Issued in 1988 as part of the Omani Costumes series, this stamp commemorates the traditional women's costume of the Dhahira Region, an area in northwestern Oman known for its rich cultural heritage and tribal traditions. The costume features distinctive garments, jewelry, and adornments characteristic of the region, reflecting local customs, craftsmanship, and social identity. Traditional dress has long served as an important expression of regional culture and forms an integral part of Oman's diverse cultural landscape.

By featuring the women's costume of the Dhahira Region, the Sultanate of Oman highlighted the importance of preserving traditional attire and cultural heritage. The issue celebrated the diversity of Omani regional dress and recognized traditional clothing as a valuable symbol of national identity, historical continuity, and the artistic skills passed down through generations.