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Greece 1880 Hermes Head, Small Type
commonpre-1900

Greece 1880 Hermes Head, Small Type

Greece · 1880 · 10 Lepta

This stamp features the classic 'Small Hermes Head' design, a profile of the Greek god Hermes, messenger of the gods. The design is an iconic symbol of early Greek philately, printed in Athens. This particular issue is distinguished by its orange color and the 10 Lepta denomination.

Issued during the reign of King George I, this stamp is part of the long-running Hermes Head series, which served as Greece's primary definitive postage for several decades in the late 19th century.

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Catalog Numbers

sg67
scott57
michel45

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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

$5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$2
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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