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100th Anniversary of Esperanto
common1980-2010

100th Anniversary of Esperanto

Iran · 1987 · 5 Rials

This stamp commemorates the 100th anniversary of Esperanto, the most widely spoken constructed international auxiliary language. The design features a stylized globe with lines of longitude and latitude, overlaid with the Esperanto flag's green star and the word 'ESPERANTO' in both Latin and Persian scripts. The denomination '5 Rials' is shown in both Western and Eastern Arabic numerals.

Issued in 1987, this stamp marks the centenary of L. L. Zamenhof's publication of 'Unua Libro', the first book detailing the Esperanto language. The stamp reflects a global interest in international communication and understanding during the late Cold War era.

Printing Method

Offset

Catalog Numbers

sg2421
scott2313
michel2311

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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.