| Name of the Issue |
Women's Traditional Jewellery in the UAE |
| Release Date |
31 Dec 2006 |
| Denominations |
Dh.1, Fils150, Dhs.2, Dhs.3, Fils350, Dhs.4 |
| Souvenir Sheet |
Nil - Booklet Dhs. 15 |
| Size |
40 x 40 mm in sheets of 20 stamps |
| Designer |
Emirates Post |
| Printing Method |
Lithographic |
| Printer |
Cartor Security Printing - France |
| Quantities |
50,000 each/Booklet 15,000 |
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UAE women are very fond of traditional Jewellery and trinkets. They have Jewellery for the Neck, Fore- head, Fingers, Feet, Wrist and Garments. Some of this jewellery is specifically meant for wedding parties and special occasions, and some for daily use.
Dh.1
Mariya Um Al Nairat
A kind of a gold necklace worn by women on special occasions
Fils 150
Mortasha
A thick gold necklace with round gold discs hanging down it.
Dhs. 2
Shaghab Bu Shouk
Gold earrings characterized by magnificent embellishments.
Dhs. 3
Shahid Ring
A ring worn on the forefingers
Fils 350
Bushuq
A gold bracelet characterized by conical designs and projections
Dhs. 4
Tassah
This is worn on the forehead
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