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A historic collection of 242 Egypt postage stamps
✨ Discovery of the day
Year: 1906
Sphinx in front of Cheops pyramid - 4 millieme
This stamp captures the definitive transition of Egypt’s postal identity toward a celebration of its monumental Pharaonic heritage, moving away from purely calligraphic or geometric designs. The central illustration features the Great Sphinx of Giza set against the backdrop of a pyramid, flanked by two iconic landmarks that represent Egypt's Greco-Roman and ancient periods: Pompey's Pillar of Alexandria on the left and Cleopatra's Needle on the right. This powerful convergence of symbols serves as a message of historical continuity and national pride, positioning Egypt as a land of timeless wonders and a cradle of civilization. Historically, this theme reflects the era of the Khedivate's efforts to present a modern, sovereign Egypt to the international community through its most recognizable archeological treasures, using the postal service as a medium to promote the country’s unique cultural identity and its foundational role in world history.
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International Aviation Congress at Cairo - 15 millieme
International Aviation Congress at Cairo - 13 millieme
International Aviation Congress at Cairo - 10 millieme
International Aviation Congress at Cairo - 5 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 200 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 100 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 90 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 80 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 70 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 60 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 50 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 40 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 30 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 20 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 10 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 9 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 8 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 7 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 6 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 5 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 4 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 3 millieme
Monoplane over the Pyramids of Giza - 2 millieme
