Title:
Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus)
Description:
Paper fragments with silk wire.
The drawing on the stamp is based on a photo.
Dianthus caryophyllus, commonly known as the carnation or clove pink, is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, but is widely cultivated for its beautiful and fragrant flowers. Carnations come in a variety of colors, including pink, red, white, yellow, and purple, and they are often used in floral arrangements for special occasions such as weddings and Mother’s Day. Carnations are also popular as cut flowers and are often used to make perfumes and essential oils.
The drawing on the stamp is based on a photo.
Dianthus caryophyllus, commonly known as the carnation or clove pink, is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, but is widely cultivated for its beautiful and fragrant flowers. Carnations come in a variety of colors, including pink, red, white, yellow, and purple, and they are often used in floral arrangements for special occasions such as weddings and Mother’s Day. Carnations are also popular as cut flowers and are often used to make perfumes and essential oils.
Country:
Algeria
Denomination:
0.40 د.ج - Algerian dinar
Issue Date:
1969-01-18
Color:
Green|Multicolor|Red|Yellow
Print Method:
Photogravure
Perforation:
comb 11½
Watermark:
No Watermark
Dimensions:
26 x 36 mm
Emission:
Commemorative
Series:
Flowers - 1969
Catalog Numbers:
Mi:DZ 518,Sn:DZ 412,Yt:DZ 485,Sg:DZ 528
Date Added:
2025-10-29 04:21:34
Themes:
Flowers | Plants (Flora)
Date Added:
2025-10-29 04:21:34
