uncommon1900-1945

Lithuania 1920 10 Skatikų, First Airmail Issue

Name: Lithuania 1920 10 Skatikų, First Airmail Issue
Brand: Lithuania

Lithuania · 1920 · 10 Skatikų

This stamp features a German Albatros C.III biplane in flight over a landscape, symbolizing the dawn of airmail service in Lithuania. The design is simple yet effective, with the denomination prominently displayed. It was part of the first set of stamps specifically issued for airmail purposes by the newly independent nation.

Issued in 1920, this stamp represents a key moment in Lithuania's development as an independent state following World War I, establishing modern postal services like airmail.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

aviation airmail biplane

Catalog Numbers

sg111

scottC1

michel101

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

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.

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