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Ukrainian State 1919 Trident Overprint 20 Hryven

Name: Ukrainian State 1919 Trident Overprint 20 Hryven
Brand: Ukraine

Ukraine · 1919 · 20 Hryven

This stamp features a black trident overprint, the national emblem of Ukraine, on a 20 kopeck stamp of the Russian Empire. Issued by the Ukrainian State in 1919, it signifies the newly independent nation's assertion of sovereignty.

These overprinted stamps were provisional issues during the tumultuous Ukrainian War of Independence, reflecting the rapid political changes and the struggle for national identity following the collapse of the Russian Empire.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

ukraine-war-of-independence trident overprint history nationalism political-change

Catalog Numbers

sg115

scott115

michel115

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$75

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$50

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$25

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$10

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.