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Hungary 1957, 10th Anniversary of the Hungarian-Soviet Society
common1945-1980

Hungary 1957, 10th Anniversary of the Hungarian-Soviet Society

Hungary · 1957 · 1 Ft

This stamp commemorates the 10th anniversary of the Hungarian-Soviet Society (Magyar-Szovjet Társaság). The design features the intertwined flags of Hungary and the Soviet Union, symbolizing the close political and cultural ties between the two nations during the Cold War era. The denomination is 1 Forint.

Issued just one year after the suppressed Hungarian Revolution of 1956, this stamp was part of a broader propaganda effort to reinforce the authority of the Soviet-backed government and promote friendship with the USSR.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

scott1187
michel1342

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$3
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$2
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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