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Russia 10 Kopecks Imperial Eagle Perforated
uncommonpre-1900

Russia 10 Kopecks Imperial Eagle Perforated

Russia · 1858 · 10 Kopecks

This stamp features the double-headed imperial eagle, the national emblem of Russia, centrally placed within an ornate oval frame. The denomination '10 KOP.' is inscribed below the eagle, with the country name 'РОССІЯ' (Russia) at the top.

Issued in 1858, this stamp is one of Russia's first perforated issues, following the imperforate stamps of 1857. It represents a significant step in the modernization of Russian postal services during the reign of Emperor Alexander II.

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Catalog Numbers

sg2
scott2
michel2

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$500
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$300
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$180
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$90
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$40

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