Events/Exhibitions
Striked in Egypt, the history behind the coin inscriptions
Under the title "Struck in Egypt," a cultural seminar was held on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at the Cairo Opera House. Organized by the Cairo Biography Initiative in cooperation with the Civilization Cinema Center, the seminar featured a lecture by numismatic researcher Professor Mohamed Abdel Hamid, who posed the question of how history can be discerned from the inscriptions on coins, and…
May 16, 2023IBAX Dubai Stamp Exhibition 2023
The Emirates Philatelic Association partnered with Dragon Mart 2 to organize the “IPEX Dubai 2023” philatelic exhibition. The exhibition took place from March 1st to 5th, 2023 at Dragon Mart 2, Dubai. Designed to promote and encourage philately in the region, the event was a great success with philatelists…
March 14, 2023Palestinian Currency Museum
The Virtual Museum of Palestinian Currency is a free, interactive online museum documenting images and information about Palestinian currency, particularly coins, during the British Mandate period from 1927 to 1947. Launched in September 2020, the museum features images, documents, excerpts from official newspapers and magazines, and other documentary materials. The virtual exhibits allow users to view…
March 10, 2023Algerian Arab Salon
The first Arab Salon for Philatelic, Numismatic, and Art Collectives was hosted by the municipal library in Ain Touta, Batna region, eastern Algeria, from February 24-27, 2023. This event was organized by the Belkacem Ain Touta Cultural Association and was held as part of the celebrations commemorating Algeria's Independence Day and other national days.
March 6, 2023The history of Egyptian scouting and postage stamps
The Egyptian Scout Movement is one of the oldest Arab scouting movements, having originated in Egypt in 1914 and been registered with the World Organization of the Scout Movement in 1922 (1). The Girl Guides Movement originated in Egypt in 1925 and was registered internationally in 1930. The Girl Guides have membership in four central associations: Boys, Sea, Air, and Guides. Each of these associations has branches in every governorate. …
February 24, 2023Jeddah International Currency Exhibition – Fourth Edition
The fourth edition of the Jeddah International Coin Exhibition: Special coverage of the fourth edition of the Jeddah International Coin Exhibition by Mr. Hatem Al-Attar and Mr. Mubarak Al-Qahtani. The fourth edition of the Jeddah International Coin Exhibition, organized by the Saudi Numismatic Society under the theme and slogan "The Journey of the Kings of Al Saud," commenced on January 25, 2023.
January 30, 2023RABAT PHILEXPO 2020
The following message arrived in the magazine's inbox today from Professor Abdelkader Lamrahi, President of the Rabat Philatelic and Numismatic Association: Peace be upon you, my brothers and sisters, the enthusiasts participating in RABAT PHILEXPO 2020, "In the name of God, its course and its anchorage." By God's will, the participating groups in RABAT PHILEXPO 2020 have been published in the virtual hall of the association's website: RABAT PHILEXPO 2020 - LISTE DES EXPOSANTS - List of participants. And with this…
October 24, 2020Australian National Stamp Exhibition 2020
The Canberra Stampshow 2020 is one of the largest gatherings of postal enthusiasts in Australia and is a highly anticipated event. Held biennially in March over three days, it was a highlight of this year's event. The Arabic postal displays were particularly noteworthy, with most winning medals.
March 14, 2020