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Coat of Arms (1960) - 500 millieme

Issued in 1960, this stamp forms part of the definitive series of the United Kingdom of Libya and features the national coat of arms adopted during the reign of King Idris I. Following Libya's independence in 1951, national symbols such as the coat of arms were used to represent the sovereignty, unity, and identity of the young kingdom as it worked to establish its institutions and strengthen its presence on the international stage. By issuing this stamp, the United Kingdom of Libya emphasized the importance of national symbols in expressing statehood and independence. The issue reflected the country's aspirations for stability, progress, and national unity, while reinforcing the legitimacy of its constitutional monarchy and the development of modern government institutions during the first decade of independence.