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Bulgaria 1879 5 Centimes Black & Yellow, Coat of Arms
uncommonpre-1900

Bulgaria 1879 5 Centimes Black & Yellow, Coat of Arms

Bulgaria · 1879 · 5 Centimes

This stamp features the Bulgarian coat of arms, a crowned lion rampant, within a simple, elegant frame. The design is bicolored, with the central vignette in black and the surrounding frame in yellow. This was part of the first series of postage stamps issued by the newly autonomous Principality of Bulgaria.

Issued in 1879, this stamp marks a significant moment in Bulgarian history, symbolizing the nation's newfound sovereignty after centuries of Ottoman rule, established by the Treaty of Berlin in 1878.

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Catalog Numbers

sg1
scott1
michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$60
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

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