Russia Coat of Arms, No Thunderbolts

Name: Russia Coat of Arms, No Thunderbolts
Brand: Russia

Russia · 1858 · 10 kopeks

This stamp features the Russian Imperial Coat of Arms, a crowned double-headed eagle, set within an oval frame. The denomination '10 коп' (10 kopeks) is indicated at the bottom, and Cyrillic text for 'Postage Stamp' appears at the top. This particular issue is distinguished from the 1857 version by the absence of thunderbolts in the eagle's claws.

Issued under Tsar Alexander II, this stamp was part of Russia's second general issue. It reflects the transition from imperforate to perforated stamps, improving convenience for postal users across the vast Russian Empire.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms heraldry eagle crown

Catalog Numbers

sg15

scott9

michel9

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$110

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$75

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$40

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$15

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