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uncommonpre-1900
Russian Imperial Eagle 3 Kopecks Stamp
Russia · 1866 · 3 kopecks
The 3 kopecks stamp features the double-headed Imperial Russian eagle with a shield on its chest, surrounded by an oval frame. It is printed in blue ink.
These stamps are part of Russia's second definitive issue, replacing the first issue from 1857. They were used for domestic and international mail during the reign of Emperor Alexander II.
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Image: Post of Russia · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
