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Russia 1879 7 Kopecks Definitive with Broken Inner Frame Plate Error
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Russia 1879 7 Kopecks Definitive with Broken Inner Frame Plate Error

Russia · 1879 · 7 Kopecks

This stamp features the double-headed eagle, the imperial coat of arms of Russia. It is notable for a specific plate error: a broken inner frame located directly beneath the Roman numeral 'VII' (indicating the 7 kopecks denomination).

Issued during the reign of Emperor Alexander II, this stamp is part of a series of definitive issues that served the vast postal network of the Russian Empire, symbolizing its authority and reach.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

scott27 var

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$200
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$150
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$25

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