Poland 1919 First Issue - Eagle on Shield

Name: Poland 1919 First Issue - Eagle on Shield
Brand: Poland

Poland · 1919 · 10 fenigów

This stamp features the Polish White Eagle, the national coat of arms, set against a shield with a decorative background. It is part of the first definitive series issued by the Second Polish Republic following the restoration of its independence after World War I. The denomination is shown as '10 FEN' at the bottom, indicating 10 fenigów.

Issued in 1919, this stamp symbolizes the rebirth of the Polish state after 123 years of partitions. It was a crucial tool for establishing a unified postal system across formerly German, Austrian, and Russian territories.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms heraldry eagles birds

Catalog Numbers

sg131

scott94

michel101

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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.