40th Anniversary of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic
Estonia · 1980 · 4 kopeks
This stamp commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic (SSR). The design features the coat of arms of the Estonian SSR, which includes a hammer and sickle, a rising sun, and is framed by wreaths of rye and pine branches, all under a red star. The inscription marks the anniversary dates '1940-1980'.
Issued during the Soviet occupation of Estonia, this stamp reflects the official narrative of the USSR, celebrating the establishment of the Estonian SSR in 1940 following the Soviet invasion and annexation.
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