Symbols of Sovereign Authority 1/8 piastre

Representing the continued standardization of the postal system during the dual-kingdom period, this stamp emphasizes the authority of the House of Saud through its central calligraphic focus. The Tughra of King Abdulaziz is encased within a circular medallion, flanked by stylized lily-like motifs (fleur-de-lis) that mirror the decorative tile work and stone reliefs of regional palaces. This visual language asserts the legitimacy of the Nejd-Hejaz union while maintaining the religious tradition of avoiding human portraiture.