Issued to mark World Rheumatism Year 1977, this Maldivian stamp was part of a global campaign organized by the International League of Associations for Rheumatology (ILAR). The design features an abstract anatomical representation of the heart, symbolizing endocarditis rheumatica — a severe cardiac manifestation of rheumatic disease. The stylized composition in red and blue stands out against a golden gradient background, representing inflammation and circulation. The inscription “Endocarditis rheumatica” at the right edge emphasizes the medical focus, while the ILAR logo and year reinforce the global awareness effort.