Bab Segma  Fez- 15 centime

Bab Segma Fez- 15 centime

Year
1917
Face Value
15
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
Sites and landscapes

Catalogs References

Michel
MA 26
Yvert & Tellier
MA 68
Stanley Gibbons
FR-MA 81

Technical Details

Colors
Grey black
Size
40 x 23.5 mm
Perforation
13½ x 14
Printing
Typography
Designer
Joseph de La Nézière
Printers
Abel Mignon
This stamp highlights the martial and urban heritage of Morocco's spiritual capital through its illustration of Bab Segma, one of the monumental gates of Fez. The image carries a message of defensive strength and historical depth, depicting the massive crenelated towers and the intricate archway that served as a vital threshold to the city's royal and academic centers. In the Moroccan context, this program celebrates the architectural identity of Fez as a bastion of traditional culture and craftsmanship. By featuring this landmark, the institutional message underscores the protectorate's recognition of the city's unique status within the kingdom's history. The illustration captures the essence of Moroccan urban nature—where life flows through ancient, fortified entrances—reflecting a society deeply rooted in its storied past even as modern postal systems were being established.