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Russian Empire 10 Kopecks, 1858 (First Definitive)

Name: Russian Empire 10 Kopecks, 1858 (First Definitive)
Brand: Russian Empire

Russian Empire · 1858 · 10 Kopecks

This stamp features the imperial double-headed eagle, a central symbol of the Russian Empire, surrounded by an oval frame adorned with post horns and thunderbolts. It holds significant historical value as the first definitive postage stamp issued by the Russian Empire.

Issued in 1858 during the reign of Emperor Alexander II, this stamp marked Russia's entry into the modern postal system. The specific example was postmarked in Reval (modern Tallinn), a significant port city within the Russian Empire at the time, in 1864.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

imperial-russia heraldry eagle definitive-stamp post-horn

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$500

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$300

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$150

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$75

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$30

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