King Sigismund I the Old
Poland · 1947 · 10 zł
This definitive stamp features a portrait of Sigismund I the Old, King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania from 1506 until his death in 1548. The design is based on a medal by the Italian artist Giovanni Maria Padovano and showcases the monarch in profile, reflecting the Renaissance style of his reign. The stamp is part of a series honoring significant figures and moments in Polish history.
Issued in 1947, this stamp was part of Poland's post-World War II effort to rebuild national identity by celebrating its historical monarchs and cultural heritage, even under the newly established communist regime.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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