common1900-1945

Yugoslavia 1919 Chainbreaker, 10 Para

Name: Yugoslavia 1919 Chainbreaker, 10 Para
Brand: Yugoslavia

Yugoslavia · 1919 · 10 Para

This definitive stamp features an allegorical design of a muscular man breaking his chains, symbolizing liberation and freedom. The design is based on a sculpture by Ivan Meštrović, representing the newfound independence of the South Slavs. The denomination of 10 Para is inscribed at the bottom.

Issued in 1919, this stamp was part of the first definitive series for the newly formed Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes (later Yugoslavia) following the end of World War I and the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

allegory chainbreaker liberation sculpture

Catalog Numbers

scott3L4

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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

$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.