Year of Agriculture - National Day 1989

Year of Agriculture - National Day 1989

Year
1989
Face Value
100
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
250000
Themes
Agriculture

Catalogs References

Michel
OM 340
Yvert & Tellier
OM 323
Stanley Gibbons
OM 375

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Size
44 x 29.7 mm
Perforation
12½ x 13
Printing
Offset lithography
Designer
Mohammed bin Nizam Shah
Printers
Joh. Enschedé
Issued in 1989 as part of Oman's National Day celebrations, this stamp commemorates the Year of Agriculture, a national initiative highlighting the importance of agriculture, fisheries, and rural development in the Sultanate. The design depicts fishermen handling their catch along the coast, traditional boats, agricultural activity, and a portrait of Sultan Qaboos bin Said, emphasizing the connection between natural resources, food production, and national development. The issue reflects Oman's efforts to strengthen agricultural productivity and encourage sustainable use of land and marine resources.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Sultanate of Oman highlighted the vital contribution of agriculture and fisheries to the country's economy and food security. The issue celebrated the dedication of farmers and fishermen while emphasizing the importance of rural development, environmental stewardship, and the preservation of traditional livelihoods as part of Oman's broader modernization and development strategy.