uncommon1900-1945

Ukraine 1920 20 Hryven 'Allegory of Ukraine' Overprinted

Name: Ukraine 1920 20 Hryven 'Allegory of Ukraine' Overprinted
Brand: Ukraine

Ukraine · 1920 · 20 Hryven

This stamp features a trident overprint on a previous Russian Imperial issue. The overprint, known as the 'Trident of Kyiv,' was applied to existing Russian stamps to create provisional postage for the newly independent Ukrainian People's Republic. The design signifies the establishment of Ukrainian national identity and postal authority.

Issued during the tumultuous Ukrainian War of Independence (1917-1921), these overprinted stamps were a practical necessity and a powerful symbol of sovereignty for the short-lived Ukrainian People's Republic.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

allegory trident overprint national-symbol

Catalog Numbers

scott37

michel37

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$15

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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