The Hassan Tower Rabat - 2 centime

The Hassan Tower Rabat - 2 centime

Year
1917
Face Value
2
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
Sites and landscapes

Catalogs References

Michel
MA 22
Yvert & Tellier
MA 64
Stanley Gibbons
FR-MA 77

Technical Details

Colors
Dull lilac
Size
23.5 x 40 mm
Perforation
13½ x 14
Printing
Typography
Designer
Joseph de La Nézière
Printers
Abel Mignon
The theme of this program centers on the historical and architectural majesty of the Almohad dynasty through the depiction of the Hassan Tower in Rabat. The illustration, framed by a Moorish arch, carries a message of enduring sovereignty and religious heritage, showcasing the 12th-century minaret and its surrounding forest of columns as a testament to Morocco's medieval power. Within the context of 1917, this stamp represents the French Protectorate's policy of highlighting local landmarks to foster a sense of continuity and institutional stability under the new administration. As an icon of Rabat's identity, the tower serves as a visual bridge between Morocco's ancient history and its emerging role as the administrative capital, emphasizing a nature defined by monumental stone crafts and spiritual significance.