Houri
Posted: Sat Nov 15, 2008 1:39 pm
The Houri (or hun) depicted on the 15 f. Somali Coast stamp is an Arab fisherman's craft. It is sewn together, without nails, and has pointed ends, so as to ride easily over the surf. Similar craft are shown on the ls. Quaiti State of Hadhramaut stamp of 1955.
SG476 Sea Breezes 1/65