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Poland 1946 National Education Commission, 10z

Poland · 1946 · 10 Złoty

This stamp commemorates the National Education Commission (Komisja Edukacji Narodowej), established in 1773. The design features an allegorical representation of education, with a figure holding a book and a torch, symbolizing knowledge and enlightenment, passing it to a youth.

Issued in post-WWII Poland, this stamp celebrated a key institution from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, often considered the first ministry of education in Europe, highlighting a legacy of national intellectual achievement.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg530
scott402
michel452

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.