Greater Lebanon Olympic Issue – Paris Landmarks -1.25 Piastre

This stamp features a seated allegorical figure representing the Republic, holding a small statue of Nike (Victory) with the skyline of Paris, including Notre-Dame, in the background. The "GRAND LIBAN" overprint over the 1924 Paris Olympic theme serves as a visual bridge between the Mandate's heartland and the Mediterranean territory. The symbolism carries a dual message of French cultural hegemony and the integration of Lebanon into a globalized landscape of prestige and history. For the Lebanese public of the time, such imagery emphasized the close political and cultural ties to France, portraying Greater Lebanon as a sophisticated entity capable of sharing in the celebrations of major world events hosted by its protective power.