Greenland, 1969 Polar Explorers Series

Name: Greenland, 1969 Polar Explorers Series
Brand: Canada

Canada · 1969 · 6¢

This stamp commemorates early exploration of the Canadian Arctic. The design features a portrait of an unnamed Norseman, often interpreted as Leif Erikson, superimposed over a map of Greenland and the northeastern coast of North America, alongside a depiction of a Viking longship.

Issued as part of the 'Polar Explorers' series, this stamp honors the Norse explorers who were the first Europeans to reach North America, specifically landing in areas they called Helluland, Markland, and Vinland around 1000 AD.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

explorers maps arctic polar-regions ships

Catalog Numbers

scott495

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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