StampVault
Back to Catalog
Prague Castle Art Treasures, 1970
common1945-1980

Prague Castle Art Treasures, 1970

Czechoslovakia · 1970 · 1.20 Kčs & 1.40 Kčs

This pair of stamps showcases art treasures from Prague Castle. The 1.20 Kčs stamp features a detail from the painting 'The Beheading of St. Catherine' by Master Theodoric, while the 1.40 Kčs stamp depicts the 'Bust of St. Wenceslas' by Peter Parler. Both artworks are significant examples of Gothic art housed within the historic castle complex.

Issued in 1970, these stamps celebrate the rich artistic and cultural heritage of Czechoslovakia, highlighting masterpieces from the Gothic period preserved in Prague.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg1892-1893
scott1699-1700
michel1843-1844

Image: · License:

View on Wikimedia Commons

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$3
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$2
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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