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Prague Castle, Definitive Issue

Czechoslovakia · 1980 · 50h

This definitive stamp features a detailed depiction of Prague Castle (Pražský hrad), a historic symbol of the Czech state. The design highlights the architectural grandeur of the castle complex, which has been a seat of power for kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman emperors, and presidents of Czechoslovakia.

Issued as part of a long-running definitive series, this stamp was in common use for postage throughout the 1980s in the Czechoslovak Socialist Republic, during the final decade before the Velvet Revolution.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg2523
scott2293
michel2570

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.5
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.25
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.1
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.05

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