Greece 1911 Engraved Hermes Issue, 10 Lepta

Greece · 1911 · 10 Lepta

This definitive stamp features a classic design of Hermes, the messenger of the gods in Greek mythology. The design is based on the very first stamps of Greece from 1861, showing the head of Hermes in profile, facing right, within a solid circle. This particular issue is part of a long-running series that saw various printings and perforations over several years.

Issued during the reign of King George I, this stamp represents a period of relative stability for Greece before the Balkan Wars. The continued use of the Hermes head design reinforced a national identity rooted in classical antiquity.