Russian Empire 10 Kopeks, 1857
Russian Empire · 1857 · 10 kopeks
The stamp features the imperial double-headed eagle with a shield on its chest, surrounded by an oval frame and text. The denomination '10 KOP.' is prominently displayed at the bottom.
This stamp holds significant historical importance as the very first postage stamp issued by the Russian Empire, marking the beginning of its postal history. It was issued imperforate and primarily used for internal mail services.
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Image: Post of Russia · License: Public domain
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