Omani Postage Stamp – Shinas Fort and Ship (1972)

This postage stamp from the Sultanate of Oman, issued in 1972, commemorates the historic coastal town of Shinas (dated 1809 on the design). The artwork features a traditional Omani fort along the shoreline with a sailing ship in the foreground, symbolizing Oman’s long maritime heritage and strategic coastal defenses. Printed in multicolor with green borders, the stamp carries a denomination of 75 Baiza and showcases both Oman’s seafaring history and its architectural landmarks.