Chess in China
Abkhazia · 1998 · 1000
The stamp depicts a chess board with pieces, set against a background that includes Chinese architectural elements and characters. The denomination '1000' is visible at the bottom.
Abkhazia, a partially recognized state, issued this stamp in 1998, likely as a means of asserting sovereignty and generating revenue. Its theme of chess and China suggests an appeal to broader cultural interests rather than direct political messaging.
Image: Post of Abkhazia · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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