common1900-1945

Latvia, 1920 Coat of Arms Definitive

Name: Latvia, 1920 Coat of Arms Definitive
Brand: Latvia

Latvia · 1920 · 50 Kap.

This definitive stamp features the newly adopted coat of arms of the Republic of Latvia. The design includes a rising sun, a red lion representing Kurzeme and Zemgale, and a silver griffin for Vidzeme and Latgale, all supported by oak branches.

Issued in 1920, this stamp represents the consolidation of Latvian statehood and national identity following its declaration of independence in 1918.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms heraldry sun

Catalog Numbers

sg66

scott57

michel51

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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.