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175th Anniversary of the Birth of Krišjānis Barons
common1980-2010

175th Anniversary of the Birth of Krišjānis Barons

Latvia · 2010 · 0.35 Ls

This stamp commemorates the 175th birthday of Krišjānis Barons, a prominent Latvian writer and folklorist. The design features a portrait of Barons alongside a stylized representation of the 'Dainu skapis' (Cabinet of Folksongs), the massive card catalog he created to organize thousands of Latvian folk songs (dainas).

Krišjānis Barons is revered as the 'Father of the Dainas' for his monumental work in collecting and systematizing Latvian oral traditions, which was crucial for the Latvian National Awakening and the preservation of cultural identity.

Catalog Numbers

sg748
scott719
michel771

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$4
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$3
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$2
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1

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