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Russia 1868 Imperial Eagle 1 Kopeck (Block of 9)
uncommonpre-1900

Russia 1868 Imperial Eagle 1 Kopeck (Block of 9)

Russia · 1868 · 1 kopeck

A block of nine 1 kopeck green definitive stamps from the Russian Empire, featuring the double-headed imperial eagle with 'РОССІЯ' (Russia) and '1 КОП.' (1 Kopeck) inscriptions. This specific variety has a vertical 10 kopeck watermark.

Issued as part of the definitive series of the Russian Empire, these stamps were crucial for postal communication during a period of significant social and economic change under Tsar Alexander II.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

sg35a
scott29a
michel29a

Image: Post of Russia · License: Public domain

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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

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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