uncommon1900-1945

Western Ukraine, Coat of Arms and Trident

Name: Western Ukraine, Coat of Arms and Trident
Brand: Western Ukraine

Western Ukraine · 1919 · 10 Hryven

This definitive stamp features the coat of arms of the West Ukrainian People's Republic, which includes a crowned golden lion rampant on an azure field. Superimposed on the design is a large Ukrainian trident, the national symbol, overprinted in black.

Issued in 1919 during a brief period of independence for the West Ukrainian People's Republic following the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire after World War I. These stamps represent a declaration of sovereignty before the region was absorbed into Poland.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms heraldry trident symbols

Catalog Numbers

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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.