Hermes Metallic Value Stamp
Greece · 1902 · 50 lepta
A green definitive stamp from Greece featuring a profile bust of the Greek god Hermes, facing right, with '50 ΛΕΠΤΑ' (50 Lepta) inscribed below.
Issued in 1902, this stamp was part of a series designated for 'metallic value' payments, possibly indicating its use for transactions requiring payment in metal currency like gold, reflecting Greece's monetary policies at the time.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: The Johnstonian Engraving Co., 1899 · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
