USSR Rocket and Satellite 40 Kopecks Stamp
Soviet Union · 1960 · 40 kopecks
The stamp depicts a rocket launching into space with a satellite orbiting above, against a starry background. The denomination '40 коп.' and 'ПОЧТА СССР' are prominently displayed.
This stamp likely commemorates the early achievements of the Soviet Union in space exploration, such as the launch of Sputnik or Yuri Gagarin's flight, reflecting the intense Space Race of the Cold War era.
Printing Method
Photogravure
Themes
Image: Unknown author<span style="display: none;">Unknown author</span> · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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