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First Russian Stamp, 10 kopecks
uncommonpre-1900

First Russian Stamp, 10 kopecks

Russia · 1858 · 10 kopecks

The stamp features the Russian imperial double-headed eagle with a post horn, encircled by an oval frame. Denomination '10 kopecks' is at the bottom, with 'Postage Stamp' at the top.

This stamp is historically significant as the first adhesive postage stamp issued by the Russian Empire, marking a pivotal moment in Russian postal history.

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Image: Post of Russia · License: Public domain

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