Issued by Afghanistan in 1986, this commemorative stamp celebrates STOCKHOLMIA ’86, the International Philatelic Exhibition held in Stockholm, Sweden. The design features a historic sailing vessel symbolizing global maritime communication and the long tradition of international postal exchange. The exhibition emblem appears alongside the ship, highlighting Afghanistan’s participation in worldwide philatelic cooperation. Printed with bilingual inscriptions, the stamp reflects the country’s engagement with global stamp culture during the 1980s. A desirable thematic item for collectors of exhibitions, ships, and philatelic events.