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The Dawn of Aviation - 100 Saudi ghirsh

This stamp marks a significant milestone in the modernization of Saudi Arabian infrastructure, representing the formal establishment and expansion of airmail services within the unified kingdom. The central illustration features a twin-engine aircraft soaring above a stylized landscape of clouds, a powerful symbol of progress, speed, and the overcoming of the vast distances of the Arabian Peninsula. By incorporating the French "PAR-AVION" alongside the Arabic text, the state communicated its integration into the global network of the Universal Postal Union and its commitment to adopting contemporary technology for national communication. The frame remains rooted in traditional identity, utilizing intricate floral cornerstones and formal calligraphy to balance this technological leap with the country’s enduring cultural heritage.