Independence of Qatar 1972 - 35 riyal

Issued in 1972, this stamp commemorates the independence of the State of Qatar, achieved on 3 September 1972. The design features a portrait of Sheikh Ahmad bin Ali Al Thani, together with the Qatari national flag and the flag of the League of Arab States, symbolizing Qatar's emergence as a sovereign nation and its place within the Arab community. The issue marked the end of British treaty relations and the beginning of an independent era in Qatar's modern history.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the State of Qatar celebrated a defining milestone in its national development. The issue highlighted themes of sovereignty, national identity, and Arab solidarity, while recognizing the leadership that guided the country toward independence and the establishment of its own institutions on the international stage.