Estonia First Issue 'Flower' Design 5 kopeks

Name: Estonia First Issue 'Flower' Design 5 kopeks
Brand: Estonia

Estonia · 1918 · 5 kopeks

This stamp is the first postage stamp issued by the newly independent Republic of Estonia. The design features a simple, stylized flower pattern, also known as an 'ornament' or 'vignette', with the denomination '5' at the top and 'KOP' at the bottom. The stamp was printed on the blank reverse side of unfinished German military maps, a necessity due to post-war paper shortages.

Issued in November 1918, this stamp marks Estonia's declaration of independence from the Russian Empire following World War I. The use of German military maps for printing reflects the resourcefulness and challenges faced by the new nation.

Printing Method

Lithography

Themes

flowers national-symbols first-issue

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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