very rarepre-1900

Moldavia 1854 Bull's Head Stamp

Name: Moldavia 1854 Bull's Head Stamp
Brand: Romania

Romania · 1854 · unknown

This listing features two examples of the iconic 1854 Moldavian 'Bull's Head' stamps, considered the first stamps issued in the Romanian principalities. The design typically depicts an aurochs head within a circular frame, accompanied by a post horn, a star, and Cyrillic inscriptions indicating the principality and denomination.

These stamps represent a pivotal moment in Romanian postal history, issued by the Principality of Moldavia before its union with Wallachia to form Romania. They are highly significant as the inaugural postal issues of the region.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

postage bulls-head animals heraldry

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$75,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$35,000

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$15,000

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$6,000

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$2,000

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

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