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Serbia Coat of Arms, Newspaper Stamp
uncommonpre-1900

Serbia Coat of Arms, Newspaper Stamp

Serbia · 1866 · 1 Para

This stamp features the Serbian coat of arms, a double-headed eagle with a shield bearing the Serbian cross, set within an oval frame. It was specifically issued for the prepayment of postage on newspapers. The design is simple and functional, typical of early newspaper stamps.

Issued by the Principality of Serbia, this was the first newspaper stamp for the country, marking an important step in the development of its postal system under Prince Mihailo Obrenović III.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

sgN1
scottP1
michelZ1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$60
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

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