This commemorative stamp issued by Afghanistan in 1964 celebrates the history of Afghan philately, marking the anniversary of the country’s earliest postage stamps first introduced in 1870. The central design reproduces the classic circular “Tiger Head” motif — one of the most iconic early Asian stamp designs. Inscribed POSTES AFGHANES and PHILATELIE, the issue honors nearly a century of postal development. The 125 Afghani denomination reflects mid-20th century Afghan commemorative styling with strong symbolic heritage value. A highly collectible thematic piece linking classic and modern Afghan postal history.