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Russia 1857 10 Kopecks First Issue with Pen Cancellation

Name: Russia 1857 10 Kopecks First Issue with Pen Cancellation
Brand: Russian Empire

Russian Empire · 1857 · 10 kopecks

The stamp features the imperial double-headed eagle with a shield on its chest, surrounded by an oval frame. Inscriptions include '10 КОП.' and 'ПОЧТОВАЯ МАРКА'.

This is the first postage stamp issued by the Russian Empire, marking the introduction of a modern postal system in Russia. It was initially issued imperforate and later with perforations.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

definitive imperial-eagle heraldry first-issue

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

Image: Russian government · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$5,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$3,500

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$2,000

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1,000

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$500

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