Russia 1849 30 Kopeck Narrow Tail Eagle

Russia · 1849 · 30 kopeck

The stamp features a double-headed imperial eagle with a narrow tail, crowned and holding a scepter and orb. It is an imprinted stamp cut from postal stationery.

This stamp is part of Russia's second issue of postal stationery, released in March 1849, distinguishing itself with a 'narrow tail eagle' design from the earlier 'broad tail eagle' issue. It represents an early form of pre-paid postage in Russia.