Chainbreaker, State of Slovenes, Croats and Serbs

Name: Chainbreaker, State of Slovenes, Croats and Serbs
Brand: Yugoslavia

Yugoslavia · 1918 · 3h

This stamp features an allegorical design of a man breaking free from chains, symbolizing the liberation and unification of the South Slavic peoples. The sun rises behind him, representing a new dawn for the newly formed state. This iconic 'Chainbreaker' design was created by Slovene artist Ivan Vavpotič.

Issued in 1918 for the State of Slovenes, Croats and Serbs, this was one of the first stamps for the entity that would soon become the Kingdom of Yugoslavia. It marks the end of Austro-Hungarian rule and the birth of a new nation.

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Typography

Themes

allegory chainbreaker liberation art-nouveau

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1L1

michel1

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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

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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