Estonian SSR 10th Anniversary, Tallinn View

Name: Estonian SSR 10th Anniversary, Tallinn View
Brand: Estonia

Estonia · 1950 · 40 kopecks

This stamp commemorates the 10th anniversary of the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic. The design features a scenic view of Tallinn, the capital city, highlighting its historic architecture and skyline. The inscription reads 'Eesti NSV' (Estonian SSR) and '10 Aastat' (10 Years).

Issued during the Soviet occupation of Estonia, this stamp was part of a series celebrating a decade since the country's incorporation into the USSR in 1940. Such issues served as propaganda to legitimize Soviet rule in the Baltic states.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

anniversary cityscape tallinn architecture soviet-era

Catalog Numbers

scott109

michel1483

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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.