Stamps of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Tourism in Jordan

السياحة في الاردن

ℹ About this set

Regular Issue

1 Mil

JS#: P1933-01.01
SG#: 208
SC#: 185
Color: black maroon
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Mshatta (المشتى) - Desert palace complex with distinctive facade and geometric stonework set against a barren landscape.

2 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.02
SG#: 209
SC#: 186
Color: black claret
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Jerash (جرش) - Ancient Roman theater and archaeological ruins with standing columns and stone structures amid the historic site.

3 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.03
SG#: 210
SC#: 187
Color: blue green
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Qasr Kharana (قصر الخرانة) - Square desert castle with thick walls and small windows characteristic of early Islamic architecture.

4 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.04
SG#: 211
SC#: 188
Color: black claret
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Kerak Castle (قلعة الكرك) - Massive Crusader fortress perched on elevated terrain overlooking the surrounding countryside.

5 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.05
SG#: 212
SC#: 189
Color: black orange
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Jerash (جرش) - Temple complex showing multiple standing columns and classical Roman architectural elements.

10 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.06
SG#: 213
SC#: 190
Color: carmine
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Ajlun Castle (قلعة عجلون) - Medieval Arab fortress positioned on a hilltop with distinctive towers and defensive walls.

15 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.07
SG#: 214
SC#: 191
Color: blue
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Petra (البتراء) - The iconic Treasury facade carved into rose-colored rock face displaying elaborate Hellenistic architectural details.

20 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.08
SG#: 215
SC#: 192
Color: black sage green
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Allenby Bridge - Stone bridge structure spanning across the Jordan River with multiple arches reflected in the water below.

50 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.09
SG#: 216
SC#: 193
Color: black purple
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Pastoral scene depicting cattle grazing in an open field with a herder figure standing among the livestock.

90 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.10
SG#: 217
SC#: 194
Color: black yellow
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Qasr Kharana (قصر الخرانة) - Desert castle viewed from a distance showing its imposing rectangular structure against the horizon.

100 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.11
SG#: 218
SC#: 195
Color: black blue
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Jerash (جرش) - Temple of Artemis with six prominent Corinthian columns standing majestically within the ancient archaeological site.

200 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.12
SG#: 219
SC#: 196
Color: black violet
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Ajlun Castle (قلعة عجلون) - Hilltop fortress showing the castle's strategic position and defensive architecture against the landscape.

500 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.13
SG#: 220
SC#: 197
Color: scarlet red brown
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Petra - The ornate classical facade of the Treasury (Al-Khazneh) carved into rose-red sandstone cliffs, framed by decorative Arabic calligraphy and architectural borders.

1 Pound

JS#: P1933-01.14
SG#: 221
SC#: 198
Color: black yellow green
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Emir Abdullah I - Formal portrait of the founding ruler of Transjordan wearing traditional Arab headdress, surrounded by intricate geometric Islamic patterns in green and gold.

Specimens

1 Mil

JS#: P1933-01.01s02
SG#: (208 imperf)
SC#: (185 imperf)
Color: black maroon
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Umayyad palace ruins of Mushetta with arched openings and weathered stone walls depicted in an imperforate stamp with brown decorative border.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

2 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.02s02
SG#: (209imperf)
SC#: (186 imperf)
Color: black claret
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Ancient Roman columns and ruins of Jerash shown in an imperforate format with red ornamental frame and Arabic calligraphy.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

3 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.03s02
SG#: (210 imperf)
SC#: (187 imperf)
Color: blue green
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Desert castle of Qasr Kharana with its cubic structure and small windows rendered in green tones within an imperforate stamp design.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

4 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.04s02
SG#: (211 imperf)
SC#: (188 imperf)
Color: black claret
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Kerak Castle fortress with its massive stone walls and defensive architecture displayed in an imperforate stamp with brown border decorations.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

5 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.05s02
SG#: (212 imperf)
SC#: (189 imperf)
Color: black maroon
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Roman architectural remains at Jerash featuring columns and ancient structures presented in an imperforate orange-bordered stamp format.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

10 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.06s02
SG#: (213 imperf)
SC#: (190 imperf)
Color: carmine
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Ajlun Castle on its mountain perch showing the medieval fortress in an imperforate red stamp with Arabic text and decorative elements.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

15 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.07s02
SG#: (214 imperf)
SC#: (191 imperf)
Color: blue
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Petra's magnificent Treasury building carved into sandstone cliffs depicted in blue within an imperforate stamp design.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

20 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.08s02
SG#: (215 imperf)
SC#: (192 imperf)
Color: black sage green
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Allenby Bridge spanning across the Jordan River valley shown within a green decorative frame in imperforate stamp format.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

50 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.09s02
SG#: (216 imperf)
SC#: (193 imperf)
Color: black purple
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: A pastoral scene showing cattle grazing in an open landscape with herders, representing traditional agricultural life in Transjordan.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

90 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.10s02
SG#: (217 imperf)
SC#: (194 imperf)
Color: black yellow
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Qasr Kharana (قصر الخرانة) - the distinctive square desert castle with its fortress-like walls and towers set against the eastern desert landscape.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

100 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.11s02
SG#: (218 imperf)
SC#: (195 imperf)
Color: black blue
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Jerash (جرش) - the impressive standing columns and architectural ruins of the ancient Roman city, showcasing classical antiquity.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

200 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.12s02
SG#: (219 imperf)
SC#: (196 imperf)
Color: black violet
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Ajlun Castle (قلعة عجلون) - the medieval Islamic fortress perched prominently on its hilltop position overlooking the surrounding valleys.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

500 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.13s02
SG#: (220 imperf)
SC#: (197 imperf)
Color: scarlet red brown
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Petra (البتراء) - the iconic rock-carved facade of the Treasury building emerging from the rose-red sandstone cliffs.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

1 Pound

JS#: P1933-01.14s02
SG#: (221 imperf)
SC#: (198 imperf)
Color: black yellow green
Perforation : imperf
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: A formal portrait of Emir Abdullah I wearing traditional Arab headdress, representing the leadership of the Emirate of Transjordan.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5)

1 Mil

JS#: P1933-01.01s01
SG#: 208
SC#: 185
Color: black maroon
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Mushetta - Desert palace ruins showing ancient stone walls and arched structures across an arid landscape, with specimen perforation in horseshoe pattern.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

2 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.02s01
SG#: 209
SC#: 186
Color: black claret
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Jerash - Ancient Roman temple ruins with standing columns and architectural remains amid rolling hills, with specimen perforation in horseshoe pattern.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

3 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.03s01
SG#: 210
SC#: 187
Color: blue green
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Qasr Kharana - Square desert fortress with distinctive Islamic architecture and crenellated walls set in barren terrain, with specimen perforation in horseshoe pattern.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

4 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.04s01
SG#: 211
SC#: 188
Color: black claret
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Kerak Castle - Medieval Crusader fortress perched on a hilltop with massive stone walls and defensive towers, with specimen perforation in horseshoe pattern.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

5 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.05s01
SG#: 212
SC#: 189
Color: black orange
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Jerash - Roman temple complex showing multiple standing columns and classical architectural elements, with specimen perforation in horseshoe pattern.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

10 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.06s01
SG#: 213
SC#: 190
Color: carmine
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Ajlun Castle - Medieval Arab fortress with round towers and stone fortifications on a wooded hillside, with specimen perforation in horseshoe pattern.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

15 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.07s01
SG#: 214
SC#: 191
Color: blue
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Petra - The iconic Treasury facade with its elaborate Hellenistic carved columns and pediments cut into the pink sandstone cliff face, with specimen perforation in horseshoe pattern.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

20 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.08s01
SG#: 215
SC#: 192
Color: black sage green
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Allenby Bridge - Steel truss bridge spanning the Jordan River with vegetation along the banks and distant hills, with specimen perforation in horseshoe pattern.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

50 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.09s01
SG#: 216
SC#: 193
Color: black purple
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Cattle - Pastoral scene showing a herd of cattle grazing in open countryside with trees and rolling landscape, with specimen perforation in horseshoe pattern.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

90 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.10s01
SG#: 217
SC#: 194
Color: black yellow
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Qasr Kharana - Square Umayyad desert palace with Islamic architectural features and defensive walls in the eastern desert, with specimen perforation in horseshoe pattern.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

100 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.11s01
SG#: 218
SC#: 195
Color: black blue
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Ancient Roman ruins of Jerash with standing columns and architectural remains set within a decorative blue border featuring Arabic inscriptions and ornamental designs.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

200 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.12s01
SG#: 219
SC#: 196
Color: black violet
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Medieval Ajlun Castle perched on a hilltop with its distinctive square towers and fortified walls depicted within an ornate violet frame with Arabic calligraphy.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

500 Mils

JS#: P1933-01.13s01
SG#: 220
SC#: 197
Color: scarlet red brown
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: The Treasury facade of Petra carved into rose-colored rock face, shown within an elaborate architectural frame with Arabic text and decorative elements.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

1 Pound

JS#: P1933-01.14s01
SG#: 221
SC#: 198
Color: black yellow green
Perforation : 12
Issue Date: 01-Feb-1933
Description: Portrait of Emir Abdullah I wearing traditional Arab headdress within an intricate green geometric border featuring Arabic inscriptions and Islamic patterns.
Notes: The word "SPECIMEN" perforated in the form of a horseshoe with 67 holes (Najjar Type JS4, Samuel Type P5); reportedly exists imperforate with the same "SPECIMEN" perforation

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