| Date of Issue | 31 January 2007 |
|---|---|
| Primary theme | National symbols |
| Subject | 5th Definitive Series - United Arab Emirates |
| Width | 30.0 mm |
| Height | 40.0 mm |
| Denomination | 3.00 AED |
| Number in set | 7 |
| Layout/Format | sheet of 50 |
| Perforations | 13 by 13 |
| Stamp issuing authority | Emirates Post |
| Printer | Oriental Press - Bahrain |
The "Hunting falcon" definitive stamp.
Falcon is the national bird of the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman and several other countries and is a symbol of force, Power, Free spirit, Royalty and Courage. Hunting by falcons or Falconry is one of the most important means of hunting in Arab tradition and culture (mostly for Royalty and noblemen).
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