I. National Profile of Oman: A Symbolic System of Historical Continuity and Cultural Stability
The Sultanate of Oman is located on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, covering about 309,500 square kilometers. It is one of the region’s countries with the most uninterrupted historical continuity. Since 1744, the Al Busaidi Dynasty has provided a stable political framework, shaping a long-term structure defined by political stability and strong cultural traditions. Oman’s population is approximately 5.28 million (2024), with foreign residents accounting for about 43%. The capital, Muscat, has around 1.4 million people and is the nation’s administrative, economic, and cultural hub.
Omani identity is deeply influenced by its maritime trade history. Tribal traditions and royal cultural heritage remain significant in its social structure, reflecting a unified aesthetic, cultural continuity, and a strong emphasis on traditional symbolism. Islam is the state religion, with about 85.9% Muslims, most belonging to the Ibadi school. Arabic is the official language, while English is widely used.
Economically, Oman still relies heavily on energy resources. Oil and natural gas account for about 68% of national fiscal revenue. In 2024, the country’s total foreign trade reached USD 106.5 billion, with USD 63 billion in exports and USD 43.5 billion in imports—demonstrating a resource-driven economy complemented by gradual diversification.
Unlike Saudi Arabia, the UAE, or Qatar, Oman does not publish a unified annual National Brand Guideline for National Day celebrations. Instead, the country releases the National Day visual motif only shortly before the event. The key characteristics include:
- A visual system centered on the national emblem
- Annual focus on the National Day number (such as 51, 52, 53, 54, 55)
- Number-based design as the primary element, without fixed colors or fonts
This visual identity approach gives Oman’s National Day culture a distinctive year-based recognition pattern. Based on this, ASNY Craft Factory developed two product lines:
- National Emblem + Annual Number for National Day commemorative items
- Long-term inventory products incorporating the emblem, flag, map outline, 1970 milestone year, and portraits, offering consistent options for institutions, events, and corporate gifting
II. The National Emblem of Oman: A Stable Core Symbol with Extended Applications
The Omani national emblem features the traditional Khanjar dagger, crossed with two long swords. This symbol represents royal heritage, military tradition, and national history. Its origin dates back to the 18th century when it was used exclusively by the Sultan’s family. In 1970, it was officially placed on the upper-left corner of the national flag, becoming Oman’s most defining national visual element.
Some royal-affiliated institutions use a crown placed above the emblem to highlight their administrative rank. The composition connects the dagger and swords with a decorative belt, with the Khanjar fixed at the center—an item traditionally worn by Omani men during formal ceremonies.
The emblem appears widely across:
- Government agencies and official documents
- Military and police insignia
- Official ceremonial items
- Badges, medals, coins, trophies, and commemorative accessories
Within ASNY Craft Factory’s Oman projects, the emblem is the most frequently applied element. We reproduce it accurately based on official artwork and adapt it to lapel pins, magnet badges, keychains, trophies, and desktop ornaments using stamping or die-casting, enamel coloring, polishing, sandblasting, and plating techniques.
III. Oman National Day: The National Commemoration on November 20
Oman’s National Day is celebrated every year on November 20, marking the founding of the Al Busaidi Dynasty in 1744—a milestone seen as the beginning of Oman’s modern political structure. Celebrations include parades, fireworks, cultural performances, traditional horseback shows, and public festivities, making it the most significant national holiday of the year.
In modern history, Sultan Qaboos bin Said’s accession in 1970 ushered in modernization reforms, but the symbolic origin of National Day remains tied to the dynasty’s establishment.
Key features of Oman’s National Day visuals:
- No early release of a unified annual visual system
- Annual number logo is published just days before the event
- The numeric motif (e.g., 53, 54, 55) becomes the year’s main visual element
For example, the 2025 “55” logo is built around a stylized numeric form combined with the national emblem, forming the main artwork for that year’s commemorative gifts.
IV. Overview of ASNY’s Oman Gift Collection: Transforming National Symbols into Metal Craft Products
ASNY Craft Factory has developed six structured product categories based on national symbols, annual National Day numbers, and general Omani elements. These categories support cross-border wholesale, everyday gifting, festival commemorations, and institutional customization needs.
1. Core National Elements: Emblem, Flag, Map Outline, and the Year 1970
This series includes the national emblem, the flag, the map outline of Oman, and the significant year 1970, linked to the country’s modern development.
Product Types: Lapel pins, magnet badges, keychains, key rings, metal phone stickers, trophies, and ornaments
Use Cases: Government gifts, corporate customization, National Day events, festival souvenirs
2. National Emblem Series (Single-Element Focus)
This collection centers exclusively on the emblem, with accurate adaptation across different materials and formats.
Suitable Products: Metal badges, enamel medals, keychain pendants, trophy toppers, medals, and certification gifts
Focus highlights include dagger shape detailing, handle texture, and sword-line precision to ensure structural accuracy and visual consistency across all materials.
3. Portrait Series (Enamel Coloring)
This series features enamel-finished portraits of two key national leaders:
- Sultan Qaboos bin Said, architect of Oman’s modern era
- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the current head of state
Enamel craftsmanship provides:
Suitable Products: Commemorative badges, coins, collectible medallions, premium customized gifts
4. Portrait Series (Printed Craftsmanship)
This collection uses high-resolution printing for scenes where fine detail is essential.
- Optional transparent epoxy dome for gloss and protection
- Without epoxy, colors remain in their natural, original tone
Suitable Products: Alloy badges, phone stickers, magnet pins, lightweight souvenirs
5. Annual National Day Number Series (51–55)
This category highlights yearly National Day numbers combined with the national emblem.
Visual focus includes:
- Emblem + annual numeric logo
- Examples from the 53rd, 54th, and 55th editions
Suitable Products: Pins, magnet badges, medals, keychains, metal stickers
6. Special 54th National Day Edition (Best-Selling Selection)
This curated selection features the most popular and frequently ordered items from the 54th National Day projects. It helps clients quickly view favored combinations, explore wholesale options, and draw inspiration for future festival or institutional gift programs.
V. Viewing Oman Products on the ASNY B2B Platform: Clear Categories and One-Click Access
To help partners and potential clients easily browse ASNY’s Oman project cases, we created clear country-specific categories on our B2B e-commerce platform.
Browsing logic:
- Choose your preferred language version, craft-oriented and scenario-oriented store entrance
- Navigate to the Middle East National Day category
- Select “Oman” to enter the country’s dedicated showcase
- View an overview gallery and high-resolution product images for each item, useful for sourcing and ordering
The Oman showcase includes:
- National Emblem, Flag, Map Outline, Year 1970
- Emblem-Only Series
- Portrait Series
- Trophy and Desktop Ornament Series
VI. Conclusion: Wholesale or Custom Production of Omani Pins, Magnet Badges, Keychains, Phone Stickers, and Metal Gifts
Oman’s national symbols are defined by stability, clarity, and historical consistency. Through years of project experience, ASNY Craft Factory has developed a mature product structure for the Omani market. Whether for emblem-based items, flags, map outlines, 1970-themed elements, annual numbers, portrait series, or best-selling National Day editions, we provide both standard-stock wholesale options and fully customized solutions.
If you need Omani-themed enamel pins, magnet badges, keychains, metal phone stickers, trophies, or desktop ornaments—or if you wish to develop custom projects based on National Day visuals—you are welcome to browse our product showcase on the ASNY website or B2B platform and contact us for collaboration.
