common1945-1980

40th Anniversary of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic

Name: 40th Anniversary of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic
Brand: Estonia (Soviet)

Estonia (Soviet) · 1980 · 4 kopeks

This stamp commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic. The design features the Estonian SSR's coat of arms, which includes a rising sun, hammer and sickle, and a red star, framed by wreaths of grain and pine branches. The inscription celebrates the anniversary within the context of the USSR.

Issued in 1980, this stamp reflects the period when Estonia was under Soviet occupation. Such commemorations were part of the state's propaganda to legitimize its rule over the Baltic states.

Printing Method

Offset

Themes

anniversary politics coat-of-arms soviet-era

Catalog Numbers

sg4865

scott4777

michel4874

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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

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