Issued in 1958 by the United Arab Republic (Egypt), this striking definitive set highlights the country’s rapid industrialization under President Nasser. Each 10 milliemes stamp features a different industrial sector: Cement, Petroleum, Electricity & Fertilizers, Iron & Steel, and Textile. The designs depict factories, refineries, transmission towers, and machinery, symbolizing Egypt’s drive toward modernization. Printed in bold monochrome colors—brown, green, blue, red, and teal—the set captures the era’s socialist-industrial spirit and remains a favorite among collectors of Middle Eastern and thematic industrial issues.

Key Facts:

• Country: United Arab Republic (Egypt)

• Year of Issue: 1958

• Denomination: 10 milliemes (each)

• Theme: National industries – Cement, Petroleum, Electricity & Fertilizers, Iron & Steel, Textile

• Printing: Offset lithography (common for Egyptian issues of the era)

• Historical Context: Marks Egypt’s post-Suez Canal era modernization and state-led industrial expansion.

Collector Notes:
This set is often collected both mint and used, and is notable for its bold propaganda-style design. Complete sets are desirable, and thematic collectors (Industry, Energy, Textiles, Petroleum) seek them frequently.