uncommon1900-1945

Bosnia and Herzegovina 1918 'Verigar' Chainbreaker Issue

Name: Bosnia and Herzegovina 1918 'Verigar' Chainbreaker Issue
Brand: Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina · 1918 · 3h

This stamp features the iconic 'Verigar' or 'Chainbreaker' design by Ivan Vavpotič. It depicts a muscular, semi-nude man breaking the chains of slavery, symbolizing the newfound freedom and unity of the South Slavs. The sun rises behind him, heralding a new era for the nation.

Issued in November 1918 for use in Bosnia and Herzegovina, this was part of the first series for the newly formed State of Slovenes, Croats and Serbs (SHS), which would soon become the Kingdom of Yugoslavia. The design powerfully captured the post-World War I spirit of liberation from the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

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Typography

Themes

allegory chainbreaker slavery freedom verigar

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1N1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.