Greece Large Hermes Head, 20 Lepta

Greece · 1861 · 20 Lepta

This stamp features the classic 'Large Hermes Head' design, a profile of the Greek messenger god Hermes, facing right. The design, created by Albert Barre, was used for Greece's first postage stamps and is an iconic image in philately. The denomination '20 ΛΕΠΤΑ' is inscribed at the bottom.

Issued in 1861, this was among the first series of postage stamps for the Kingdom of Greece, following its independence. The design was inspired by contemporary French stamps and symbolized Greece's connection to its classical heritage.