Numidian Mausoleum of Dougga

Numidian Mausoleum of Dougga

Year
1996
Face Value
0.20
Mint Value
0.58 €
Used Value
0.29 €
Print Run
1010000
Themes
Sites and landscapes
This stamp highlights a major monument of Tunisian ancient heritage, emblematic of the pre-Roman Numidian heritage. The mausoleum, represented in all its monumental verticality, symbolizes the political and cultural power of ancient North African kingdoms, as well as their architectural mastery. The illustration underlines the antiquity of Tunisian history and the depth of its civilizational roots, predating the often better-known Roman period. In the national context, this theme contributes to the recognition and promotion of an exceptional archaeological heritage, affirming the historical continuity of the territory and its central role in Mediterranean cultural exchanges.