Russia No. 1, Coat of Arms

Name: Russia No. 1, Coat of Arms
Brand: Russia

Russia · 1857 · 10 kopeks

This is the first postage stamp issued by the Russian Empire, released in December 1857. The design features the imperial coat of arms, a double-headed eagle, within a decorative oval frame. The denomination of 10 kopeks is indicated at the bottom, and the stamp is imperforate.

Issued under Tsar Alexander II, this stamp marked Russia's entry into the global postal system, simplifying mail delivery across the vast empire.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms heraldry first-issue

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$450

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$300

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$200

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$100

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$50

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