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A historic collection of 234 Djibouti postage stamps
✨ Discovery of the day
Year: 1962
Giant Trevally (Caranx ignobilis)
Issued in the early 1960s as part of the Flora and Fauna series of the French Somali Coast (Côte Française des Somalis), this stamp commemorates the Giant Trevally (Caranx ignobilis), a prominent fish species found throughout the tropical waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. The series was intended to highlight notable elements of the natural world, showcasing species that were important to the region’s biodiversity and marine environment. By featuring the Giant Trevally, the issue emphasized the significance of marine resources and the rich aquatic life of the surrounding coastal waters. The stamp reflected growing interest in natural history and environmental awareness, while promoting appreciation of the wildlife that contributes to the ecological and economic importance of the region.
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Lake Abbe
Tadjourah
Dadwayya
Ghoubet Kharab
salt trade caravans of Lake Assal
The Modernization of Ras Bir Lighthouse
Transcontinental Aviation and Deep-Water Port
The FIDES Port Infrastructure
The Governor's Palace in Djibouti
The Frontier Post at Loyada
The Hamoudi Mosque by Night -25 franc
The Hamoudi Mosque by Night -20 franc
The Hamoudi Mosque by Night -15 franc
The Obock to Tadjoura Transit Corridor - 1.5 franc
The Obock to Tadjoura Transit Corridor - 1.2 franc
The Obock to Tadjoura Transit Corridor - 1 franc
The Outpost at Khor Angar - 80 centime
The Outpost at Khor Angar - 60 centime
The Outpost at Khor Angar - 50 centime
The Danakil Desert Settlements - 30 centime
The Danakil Desert Settlements - 30 centime
The Danakil Desert Settlements - 10 centime
historic Hamoudi Mosque in Djibouti - 40 centime
