uncommon1900-1945

Russia 1914 Semi-Postal Double-Headed Eagle 1+1 Kopek

Name: Russia 1914 Semi-Postal Double-Headed Eagle 1+1 Kopek
Brand: Russia

Russia · 1914 · 1+1 kopek

The stamp features the Imperial Russian double-headed eagle, crowned and holding a scepter and orb, set against a patterned background. The denomination '1+1 kopek' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

Issued in 1914, at the outbreak of World War I, this semi-postal stamp likely raised funds for war-related charities or relief efforts. It represents a period of significant national upheaval for Russia.

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double-headed-eagle heraldry semi-postal world-war-i

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