Rural Life and Community Development in the Comoros

Rural Life and Community Development in the Comoros

Year
1956
Face Value
9
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
Sites and landscapes

Catalogs References

Michel
KM 37
Yvert & Tellier
KM 14
Stanley Gibbons
KM 18

Technical Details

Colors
violet
Perforation
13
Designer
Henri-Lucien Cheffer
This stamp depicts a village scene centered on everyday activities and basic infrastructure, illustrating the importance of communal life and rural development in the Comorian islands. The presence of villagers gathered around equipment used for water or food preparation highlights collective effort and the reliance on shared resources in a traditional setting. This representation reflects broader initiatives during the mid‑20th century to improve living conditions through local infrastructure and practical tools, particularly in rural areas where most of the population resided. Symbolically, the scene emphasizes cooperation, resilience, and the gradual modernization of village life, portraying a society rooted in tradition while engaging with development efforts aimed at improving well-being and sustainability.