uncommon1900-1945

Soviet Russia Pomgol Famine Relief Semi-postal Stamp

Name: Soviet Russia Pomgol Famine Relief Semi-postal Stamp
Brand: Soviet Russia

Soviet Russia · 1921 · 250 rubles

The stamp features a design of a hand holding a sheaf of wheat, symbolizing aid and harvest, with the inscription 'Pomgol' (Aid to the Starving) and the denomination.

Issued during the devastating Russian famine of 1921-1922, this semi-postal stamp helped raise funds for the Pomgol commission's efforts to provide relief to the starving population.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

semi-postal charity famine-relief agriculture

Catalog Numbers

sg241

scott199

michel199

Image: Post of Soviet Russia · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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