Żarki Forged Local Post Stamp (Crescent Detail)
Poland · 1918 · 10 Pfennig
A green typographed stamp from Żarki local post, featuring a central crescent moon and star design with '10 Pfennig' denomination. The image specifically highlights a detail of a shadow crescent, a characteristic of this particular forgery.
Issued during World War I due to disrupted postal services, Żarki local post stamps are significant for their regional use. This example is a known forgery, illustrating the historical practice of counterfeiting valuable philatelic items.
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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
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
