Russia 1866 10 Kopecks Imperial Eagle

Russia · 1866 · 10 kopecks

The stamp features the double-headed Imperial Eagle of Russia, crowned, with a shield on its chest depicting St. George slaying the dragon. The denomination '10 КОП.' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

This stamp is part of Imperial Russia's second definitive issue, introduced in 1866, marking a significant step in modernizing the country's postal system. It reflects the era of Emperor Alexander II and the establishment of standardized postal services.