common1945-1980

25th Anniversary of the First Soviet Stamp

Name: 25th Anniversary of the First Soviet Stamp
Brand: Soviet Union
Availability: InStock

Soviet Union · 1946 · 30 kopecks

The stamp features a reproduction of the first Soviet postage stamp from 1921, depicting a hand holding a sword cutting a chain, with a factory in the background. Text commemorates the 25th anniversary of this historic issue.

Issued in 1946, this stamp commemorates a quarter-century since the release of the first Soviet stamp, which symbolized the new revolutionary state. It highlights the USSR's post-World War II efforts to reinforce national identity and historical continuity.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

anniversary history philately symbolism revolution

Image: Post of USSR · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.04

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.21

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