Italy 1908 15c Slate, Arms of Savoy

Name: Italy 1908 15c Slate, Arms of Savoy
Brand: Italy

Italy · 1908 · 15c

This definitive stamp features the Coat of Arms of the House of Savoy, the ruling dynasty of the Kingdom of Italy at the time. The design is simple and functional, centered around the iconic white cross on a red shield, surmounted by the royal crown. It was part of a series intended for everyday postal use.

Issued under the reign of King Victor Emmanuel III, this stamp represents a period of relative stability and industrial growth in Italy before the turmoil of World War I.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

heraldry coat-of-arms royalty

Catalog Numbers

sg82

scott96

michel86

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

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.