Paper, Spirit and Time - Exploring my collections

Rare Russian stamps - valuable historical issues

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A rare stamp from Russia

1905 Russo-Japanese War, 5k die proof in yellow and violet, v.f. and rare
Estimated value $500



A rare stamp from Russia - Scott nr.41A

Scott nr.41A

1889 4k carmine, inverted groundwork, canc. 9.VII.1894, v.f., . A great rarity, only two known
Estimated value $5,000



A rare stamp from Russia - Scott nr.51A

Scott nr.51A

1889 Arms, 14k blue "&" rose, center inverted, used, fine and fresh
Estimated value $2,000



A rare stamp from Russia - Scott nr.62B

Scott nr.62B

1902-05 15k lilac "&" blue, center inverted, well centered and fresh
Estimated value $3,500



A rare stamp from Russia - Scott nr.1045

Scott nr.104S

1913 5r violet, imperforate block of six, perforated "Obrazets" (specimen) initials, possibly unique
Estimated value $5,000



A rare stamp from Russia - Scott nr.2

Scott nr.2

1865 2k brown "&" blue, vert. marginal pair showing part of blue 1869 pmk, lovely colors, v.f. and rare pair