{"lots":[{"startPrice":250,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23327/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1931-32, 1k-1r, imperforated complete set of nine, most with enlarged or sheet margins, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $700, est. $300-$350, scott #456-67"},"lotNumber":"288","title":{"en":"soviet union - 3rd definitive issue imperforated stamps"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23327/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This lot features a collection of Soviet Union 3rd Definitive Issue imperforated stamps, dating from approximately 1923 based on the \"3rd definitive issue\" description. The stamps are made of paper and feature various portraits and a building, with Cyrillic script. Denominations range from 1 kop to 1 ruble. Notable visual features include portraits of a worker, a woman, and a man, as well as a large architectural structure, all in different colors such as orange, green, blue, purple, and brown.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.366Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23327},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23328/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1931-32, the third definitive issue, 1k-30k, imperforated set of eight in blocks of four, all with sheet margins, somewhat gum foxing on 15k, still nice and fresh unit, full og, nh or hinged (blocks with large top margin are completely nh, others have two top stamps hinged), vf, est. $500-$600, scott #456-66"},"lotNumber":"289","title":{"en":"soviet union - 3rd definitive issue imperforated stamps"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23328/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a collection of Soviet Union 3rd Definitive Issue imperforated stamps, likely from 1923. Made of paper, these stamps come in blocks and pairs, rather than individual stamps. The subject matter includes portraits of various individuals, such as a worker, a woman in traditional attire, and a man in a cap, set against colored backgrounds of orange, green, blue, purple, and brown. Cyrillic script is visible on all stamps, with denominations ranging from 1 kop to 30 kop.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.371Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23328},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23329/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1932, 15k brown, imperforated single and airship on the red square 20k pale red, used on registered cover from leningrad to belgium, boxed arrival marking is on reverse, mostly vf, est. $200-$250, scott #470a"},"lotNumber":"290","title":{"en":"soviet union - maxim gorky issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23329/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This is a postal cover from the Soviet Union, featuring stamps from the Maxim Gorky issue, dated 1932. The cover is made of paper and bears handwritten addresses in both Cyrillic and Latin scripts, addressed to Fernand Warte in Brussels, Belgium. It includes two postage stamps, one red showing an airplane and the other a brown stamp depicting a portrait of Maxim Gorky, both with Soviet postal markings. Multiple circular postal cancellations in blue and black are visible, along with a rectangular 'Leningrad No. 738' marking and a purple 'Reply par la poste' stamp.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.384Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23329},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23330/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1932, lenin is the hope of the oppressed people, 35k brown black, top sheet margin unfolded block of four, the ''key'' and high value of the set, full og, nh, vf, est. $1,000-$1,300, scott #478"},"lotNumber":"291","title":{"en":"soviet union - 15th anniversary of the october revolution"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23330/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four imperforated Soviet Union stamps commemorating the 15th anniversary of the October Revolution, dating from 1932. The stamps are made of paper and feature a dynamic scene of people (likely workers or revolutionaries) holding up banners and flags, with light rays emanating from above. The design includes the dates \"1917-1932\" and the denomination \"35 KOP\" along with \"ПОЧТА СССР\" in Cyrillic. The stamps are presented in a monochromatic grey tone, with perforations visible on the top edge of the block.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.400Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23330},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23331/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1932, 15k black brown and 35k ultramarine, complete set of two with perforation 12 1/2, in addition 35k with perforation 10 1/2, the last one has very slight mount adhesion on reverse, all with full og, nh, vf, c.v. $244.50, est. $150-$200, scott #485-86, 486a"},"lotNumber":"292","title":{"en":"soviet union - moscow philatelic exhibition with ''kartonka'' souvenir sheet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23331/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of three Soviet Union postage stamps from the Moscow Philatelic Exhibition issue, dating from 1932, specifically described as a \"kartonka\" souvenir sheet. Made of paper, each stamp depicts a large, classical architectural building with columns, likely the exhibition hall itself, in monochromatic blue or grey-blue tones. The stamps feature Cyrillic script including \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and \"1Я ВСЕСОЮЗНАЯ ФИЛАТЕЛИСТИЧЕСКАЯ ВЫСТАВКА МОСКВА * 1932\". Denominations visible are 15 kop and 35 kop. All stamps are perforated.","soldPrice":110,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.407Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23331},{"startPrice":6000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23332/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1932, moscow philatelic exhibition, 35k x2, 70k x2, souvenir sheet of four values, printed on thin cardboard, appropriate size of 169x119mm, nice and very fresh item, no gum as produced, nh, vf and rare, only 500 sheets were printed for participants of the exhibition, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $10,000-$12,000, scott #485-86 fn"},"lotNumber":"293","title":{"en":"soviet union - moscow philatelic exhibition with ''kartonka'' souvenir sheet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23332/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":6000,"aiDescription":"This lot features a Soviet Union 'kartonka' souvenir sheet for the Moscow Philatelic Exhibition, dated 1932. The sheet is made of paper and contains four attached stamps, arranged in two rows of two. Each stamp depicts the same classical architectural building with columns, rendered in shades of blue and grey, similar to the individual stamps. The sheet is imperforated and bears Cyrillic script, including \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and the exhibition details, along with the denomination \"15 KOP\" and \"35 KOP\" on the individual stamps. Additional text in French and Cyrillic is printed on the bottom margin of the sheet.","soldPrice":10000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.416Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23332},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23333/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1933, revolutionary heroes, 1k-5k, complete set of three and stamp of 3k with vertical position of watermark, which is scarce, full og, nh, f/vf centering, est. $150- $200, scott #514-16, 515 var"},"lotNumber":"294","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23333/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features a collection of Soviet Union commemorative postage stamps issued between 1933 and 1935. The stamps are made of paper and primarily depict portraits of significant figures, including V. Borovskiy, V. Volodarskiy, and M. Uritskiy, with their birth and death years noted. Each portrait is framed by a wreath-like design, and the stamps include the year \"1933\" and \"ПОЧТА СССР\" in Cyrillic, along with denominations of 1, 3, and 5 kop. The colors are predominantly green and blue-grey, with both perforated and imperforated examples present.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.428Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23333},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23334/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1933, order of the red banner, perforated (9 1/2) proof of 20k in black, red and yellow (issued colors), excellent quality item, full original uneven gum as always exists, nh, vf and undoubted a conditional rarity, dr. e. diena certificate, c.v.$8,000, est. $4,000-$5,000, scott #518"},"lotNumber":"295","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23334/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union commemorative postage stamp from the 1933-35 issue, specifically dated \"1918-1933\". The stamp is made of paper and features a scene of five figures, likely soldiers or revolutionaries, standing in front of numerous flags. Above them is a prominent emblem incorporating a hammer and sickle, a star, and a ribbon with Cyrillic script that translates to \"Workers of the World, Unite!\". The stamp is grey-toned with a vibrant red and gold emblem, perforated edges, and includes \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and a \"20 КОПЕЕК\" denomination.","soldPrice":3250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.440Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23334},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23335/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1933, baku commissars, 20k purple, bottom left corner sheet margin single with perforation 14x14x10x14, a beautiful stamp in every respect, full og, nh, vf and very scarce stamp with a selvage at appropriate side, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $1,200-$1,500, scott #521 var"},"lotNumber":"296","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23335/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a Soviet Union commemorative postage stamp, part of the 1933-35 issues, commemorating the \"Memory of the Commissars\" with dates \"1918-1933\". The stamp is made of paper and depicts a group of several figures, likely revolutionaries or commissars, marching or standing in a powerful pose, in a monochromatic purple and white color scheme. The stamp is imperforated on the left and bottom edges, suggesting it is part of a larger sheet or block. Cyrillic script for \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and \"ПАМЯТИ КОМИССАРОВ\" is visible, along with a \"20 К.\" denomination.","soldPrice":1300,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.457Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23335},{"startPrice":4000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23336/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1933, baku commissars, 20k purple, right sheet margin vertical pair, an outstanding item, no gum as issued, nh, vf and very rare pair, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $5,000-$6,000, scott #521 imp"},"lotNumber":"297","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23336/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":4000,"aiDescription":"This lot features two Soviet Union commemorative postage stamps, part of the 1933-35 issues, dedicated to the \"Memory of the Commissars\" and dated \"1918-1933\". The stamps are made of paper and are joined together as a block or pair, both depicting a group of figures, likely revolutionaries or commissars, in a marching or standing pose, rendered in a monochromatic purple and white color scheme. They are imperforated on the left and right edges. Cyrillic script for \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and \"ПАМЯТИ КОМИССАРОВ\" is visible, along with a \"20 К.\" denomination on each stamp.","soldPrice":4250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.466Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23336},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23337/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1934, lenin mausoleum, 5k brown and 10k slate blue, two imperforated stamps in vertical pairs, enlarged or balanced margins, full og, nh, vf, raritan stamps guarantee, c.v. $4,200++, est. $2,500-$3,000, scott #524a-25a"},"lotNumber":"298","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23337/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This lot features four commemorative postage stamps from the Soviet Union, dating between 1933-1935. The stamps depict the Lenin Mausoleum and the Kremlin wall in Moscow, a prominent architectural and historical landmark. Two stamps are in shades of grey, denominated '5 КОП', while the other two are in shades of blue, denominated '10 КОП'. The design includes '1924-1934' text, indicating a ten-year commemoration period, and 'ПОЧТА СССР' (USSR Post) in Cyrillic script. The stamps are presented in pairs, suggesting a block or se-tenant arrangement.","soldPrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.739Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23337},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23338/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1934, ivan fedorov, the first russian printer, 20k carmine rose and 40k indigo, imperforated complete set of two in vertical pairs, full og, nh, vf and scarce in sound condition, c.v. $4,000++, est. $2,000-$2,500, scott #529a-30a"},"lotNumber":"299","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23338/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of four Soviet Union commemorative postage stamps, issued between 1933-1935. Each stamp features a depiction of Ivan Fedorov, the first printer in Russia, at work in a print shop. Two stamps are colored in red tones with a '20 КОП' denomination, and the other two are in blue tones with a '40 КОП' denomination. The stamps are inscribed with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (USSR Post), '1583' (likely a historical date related to Fedorov), and '1933' (the issue year) in Cyrillic script, along with 'ПЕРВОПЕЧАТНИК ИВАН ФЕДОРОВ' (First Printer Ivan Fedorov). The detailed engravings show Fedorov surrounded by printing equipment.","soldPrice":3250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.741Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23338},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23339/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1934, revolutionary heroes, sverdlov 10k ultramarine and nogin 15k red, complete set of two, both with right sheet margins, excellent quality, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $480, est. $250-$300, scott #531-32"},"lotNumber":"300","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23339/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises two Soviet Union commemorative postage stamps, issued in 1934 as part of the 1933-35 series. The upper stamp, in blue, features a profile portrait of Yakov Sverdlov, with dates '1885-1919' and a '10 КОП' denomination. The lower stamp, in red, shows a profile portrait of Viktor Nogin, with dates '1878-1924' and a '15 КОП' denomination. Both stamps display 'ПОЧТА СССР' (USSR Post) in Cyrillic script and a hammer and sickle emblem. They are semi-postal or label-attached, with a blank portion to the right, and perforated edges on the left and bottom, indicating a se-tenant or booklet format.","soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.742Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23339},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23340/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23340/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1934, 10th anniversary of the death of lenin, imperforated photo-essay of 20k in black-and-white of slightly larger design differs from the issued stamp (people's march is going from behind of mausoleum, on issued stamp - from the front of mausoleum), nice and fresh, no gum as issued, vf and scarce, a common stamp is included, est. $300-$350, scott #544"},"lotNumber":"301","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23340/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a Soviet Union commemorative stamp and a proof or unissued version, part of the 1933-35 series. The design celebrates the decade 1924-1934 with a depiction of a large group of people, possibly workers or revolutionaries, marching past a building. The item on the left is a monochrome grey, unperforated piece with a '20 К' denomination. The item on the right is a perforated stamp with blue and orange colors, also bearing a '20 К' denomination. Both pieces feature 'ПОЧТА СССР' (USSR Post) in Cyrillic script and reflect a socialist realist artistic style common in the Soviet era.","soldPrice":230,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.744Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23340},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23341/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, moscow subway, 5k-20k, complete set of four, a beautiful unit, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $825, est. $450-$500, scott #551-54"},"lotNumber":"302","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23341/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot features four Soviet Union commemorative postage stamps from the 1933-35 series, celebrating the Moscow Metro. Each stamp depicts different aspects of the metro's construction and operation. The denominations are '5 КОП' (orange, showing tunnel construction), '10 КОП' (blue, showing an overhead view of a station entrance and tracks), '15 КОП' (red, showing a train in a station tunnel), and '20 КОП' (green, showing passengers on a platform with a train). All stamps are inscribed with 'МЕТРО' and 'СССР ПОЧТА' (USSR Post) in Cyrillic script, highlighting significant infrastructure development.","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.746Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23341},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23342/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, moscow subway, imperforated proof of 5k in orange (issued color), vertical imperforated pair with 1/2mm margin at top, normal margin at right and enlarged margins at bottom and left, full og, nh or vlh (top stamp), vf and rare pair in issued color, some specialists considered proofs in issued colors as imperforated stamps, est. $3,500-$4,500, scott #551"},"lotNumber":"303","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23342/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a se-tenant pair of Soviet Union commemorative postage stamps from the 1933-35 issues. Both stamps are denominated '5 КОП' and are printed in a uniform reddish-orange hue. The central image on each stamp depicts a scene of tunnel construction, possibly related to the Moscow Metro. The text 'МЕТРО' and 'СССР ПОЧТА' (USSR Post) is visible in Cyrillic script. The design emphasizes the industrial and engineering achievements of the Soviet era.","soldPrice":2500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.748Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23342},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23343/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, four commemorative stamps, radio tower, anti- war propaganda, subway and zeppelin, paying 80k postage (apparently overfranked), used on registered cover in moscow, mostly vf and nice franking, est. $150- $200, scott #477, 549, 553, c54"},"lotNumber":"304","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23343/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features a mailed envelope from the Soviet Union, likely from the 1933-35 period, bearing multiple commemorative stamps. The front of the envelope shows various Soviet postage stamps, including metro-themed stamps, an airplane stamp, and a stamp commemorating the 1917-1932 period, totaling several denominations. The envelope is addressed in Cyrillic script and includes two Moscow postmarks on the reverse, dated '1933'. This item serves as a philatelic artifact illustrating postal usage of commemorative issues.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.749Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23343},{"startPrice":6000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23344/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23344/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23344/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, moscow spartacist games, 1k-40k, complete set of ten, blocks of four, 5k and 20k with sheet margins, unusually fresh and unfolded, nice quality in all respects, full og, nh, vf and rare in this premium condition, this lot has been sold in our auction #73 (2017), lot #784, for $8,000 plus appropriate commission, est. $7,000-$8,000, scott #559-68"},"lotNumber":"305","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23344/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":6000,"aiDescription":"This lot presents two blocks of four Soviet Union commemorative postage stamps from the 1933-35 series, celebrating the 'Всемирная Спартакиада' (World Spartakiad). The block on the left consists of four '15 КОП' stamps, rendered in shades of grey, each depicting an athlete playing tennis. The block on the right consists of four '35 КОП' stamps, in blue and grey, each showing two athletes engaged in a wrestling or grappling pose. All stamps feature 'ПОЧТА СССР' (USSR Post) and the Spartakiad inscription in Cyrillic, reflecting Soviet sports and propaganda themes.","soldPrice":6000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.751Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23344},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23345/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, moscow spartacist games, hurdling, 35k deep ultra and black brown, used on registered philatelic exchange cover from moscow to switzerland, exchange tax stamp 15k/70k of the 6th issue is affixed on reverse and tied by 8-line official cachet, bern arrival is alongside, vf and very scarce franking, est. $500-$600, scott #567"},"lotNumber":"306","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23345/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a philatelic cover from the Soviet Union, associated with the 1933-35 commemorative issues. The front of the envelope is addressed to \"Herren Zumstein & Co.\" in Bern, Schweiz (Switzerland), indicating international mail. It prominently features a large blue triangular stamp with a soldier and child, marked 'ВСЕМИРНАЯ' and '35 КОП', along with other markings like 'R Moscow 50 No. 221'. The envelope also bears the inscription 'PHILATELISTISCHE SOVJET ASSOZIATION' in German and a Bern postmark from 1935, confirming its philatelic context and date.","soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.752Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23345},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23346/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, mikhail kalinin, 20k black brown, horizontal imperforated pair, nice margins all around, full og, nh, vf, raritan stamps guarantee, c.v. $4,200++, est. $2,000 -$2,500, scott #576a"},"lotNumber":"307","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23346/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This lot features a se-tenant pair of Soviet Union commemorative postage stamps, issued in 1935 as part of the 1933-35 series. Each stamp is denominated '20 КОП' and depicts a portrait of Maxim Gorky, identified by his signature below the portrait. The stamps are monochrome, in shades of grey, and include the dates '1875-LX-1935', celebrating the 60th anniversary of the prominent writer's birth. 'ПОЧТА СССР' (USSR Post) and a hammer and sickle emblem are also visible in Cyrillic script, commemorating a significant cultural figure of the Soviet era.","soldPrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.754Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23346},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23347/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, revolutionary heroes, m. frunze, n. bauman and s. kirov, 2k-40k, imperforated complete set of three in horizontal pairs, nice margins and absolutely flawless quality as received from a torgsin store, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $4,000-$5,000, scott #580-82 imp"},"lotNumber":"308","title":{"en":"soviet union - commemorative issues of 1933-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23347/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This lot features six Soviet Union commemorative postage stamps issued between 1933 and 1935. Each pair of stamps is dedicated to a different figure: M. Frunze (1885-1925), H. Bauman (1870-1905), and S. Kirov (1886-1934), with their names and lifespans printed in Cyrillic. The stamps are denominated in 2, 4, and 40 kopeks respectively, and each features a portrait of the subject within an oval frame, flanked by a laurel branch and a hammer and sickle emblem. The stamps exhibit different color palettes, including shades of purple, blue, and grey.","soldPrice":2750,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.662Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23347},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23348/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1936, 3k slate blue, perforation 14, printed on porous (so-called ''cotton'') paper with design is visible on reverse, unfolded block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $200-$250, scott #585 var"},"lotNumber":"309","title":{"en":"soviet union - pioneers helping post issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23348/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a block of four Soviet Union 'Pioneers Helping Post' issue postage stamps, likely from the mid-20th century. The stamps, denominated in 3 kopeks, depict two young Pioneers assisting with a telegraph or telephone pole, emphasizing their contribution to communication. The design includes a stylized hammer and sickle in the upper right corner, indicating their Soviet origin. The block is in good condition, with perforations and a clean, unprinted right margin.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.674Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23348},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23349/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23349/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1936, 3k slate blue, perforation 11, bottom right corner sheet margin block of four printed on porous (so-called ''cotton'') paper with design is visible on reverse, lower right stamp with a dot between second and third ''c'' in ''cccp'' variety, full og, nh, vf, est. $200-$250, scott #585a var"},"lotNumber":"310","title":{"en":"soviet union - pioneers helping post issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23349/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot features a block of four Soviet Union 'Pioneers Helping Post' issue postage stamps. The stamps, valued at 3 kopeks each, illustrate two young Pioneers working on a telegraph or telephone pole. The top right corner of each stamp includes the hammer and sickle symbol, identifying them as Soviet. The block is in a perforated format, with the design indicating a focus on youth participation in societal development, typical of Soviet propaganda.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.684Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23349},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23350/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1936, 15k brown olive, perforation 14, printed on porous (so-called ''cotton'') paper with design in deep red is visible on reverse, full og, nh, vf, est. $150-$200, scott #588 var"},"lotNumber":"311","title":{"en":"soviet union - pioneers helping post issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23350/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp from the 'Pioneers Helping Post' issue, denominated at 15 kopeks. The stamp features a central portrait of a young girl, likely a Pioneer, performing a salute. The background includes elements like an old telephone, a gramophone or early radio, and the hammer and sickle symbol in the upper right, indicative of Soviet-era messaging. The stamp is perforated and printed in a monochromatic grey tone, likely from the mid-20th century.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.698Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23350},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23351/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937 (01.20), 17th extraordinary (the last) all-russian congress of soviets, which took place in january 15-21 and approved the new edition of the constitution of 1937, cover from the congress sent in moscow, franked by two air post values, tied by special congress violet date stamp and text ''s'ezdovskaya'', postmarked on arrival, mainly vf and rare item of soviet history, about 1400 delegates were participated in the congress and more than two thirds were repressed and even shot during the great purge, est. $200-$250, scott #c20, c47"},"lotNumber":"312","title":{"en":"soviet union - all-russian congress of soviets of 1937"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23351/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a Soviet Union postal cover, likely from 1937, commemorating the 'All-Russian Congress of Soviets'. The envelope features multiple postmarks and stamps, including a 3-kopek stamp with a dirigible and a 20-kopek stamp with an airplane. Cyrillic text is present throughout, indicating the Moscow origin and destination, along with references to the Fourteenth All-Russian Congress of Soviets. The cover shows signs of postal use and age, with various markings and cancellations.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.712Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23351},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23352/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, 10k-1r, five complete sets of six (3), five or three, line perforation 12 1/2, 14x12 1/2, 11x12 1/2 and 14 (chalk-surfaced paper), comb perforation 12 1/2x12 (ordinary paper), all with full og, nh, mainly vf and very scarce assemblage, est. $500-$650, scott #590-95, a, b, c, d"},"lotNumber":"313","title":{"en":"soviet union - alexander pushkin issue of 1937"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23352/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises multiple blocks of Soviet Union postage stamps from the 1937 'Alexander Pushkin' issue. The stamps feature two distinct designs: a portrait of Alexander Pushkin and a statue of the poet, each in various denominations (10, 20, 40, 50, 80 kopeks, and 1 ruble) and color variations. The text \"А.С. ПУШКИН 1837\" (A.S. Pushkin 1837) is visible, commemorating the centennial of his death. The collection includes a variety of colors such as brown, teal, purple, and green.","soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.731Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23352},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23353/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, 10k yellow brown, perforation 12 1/2x14, top sheet margin single, full og, nh, vf and scarce, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $500-$600, scott #590 var"},"lotNumber":"314","title":{"en":"soviet union - alexander pushkin issue of 1938"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23353/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot features a single Soviet Union postage stamp from the 'Alexander Pushkin' issue of 1938, still attached to a significant portion of its upper margin. Denominated at 10 kopeks, the stamp depicts a portrait of Alexander Pushkin alongside a lyre and a banner, with the text \"А.С. ПУШКИН 1837\" (A.S. Pushkin 1837) and \"1937\" commemorating his legacy. The stamp is perforated along its right and bottom edges and printed in a sepia-toned brown color.","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.744Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23353},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23355/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, telegraph building, 3k brown violet, right sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, a beautiful item, full og, lh, vf, expertized by a. rosselevitch, est. $500-$600, scott #597b"},"lotNumber":"316","title":{"en":"soviet union - architectural projects issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23355/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of two Soviet Union architectural projects issue stamps, unseparated and attached to a large margin of unprinted paper. The stamps, denominated at 3 kopeks, depict a grand, multi-story building with columns and a towering structure topped by a statue, likely representing a significant Soviet architectural design. The image is rendered in a monochromatic purple-brown tone, characteristic of the era's philatelic output.","soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.752Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23355},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23356/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, tchaikovsky concert hall, 5k brown rose, horizontal imperforated pair with nice margins all around, full og, nh, vf, soviet philatelic hs and raritan stamps guarantee, est. $750-$900, scott #598b"},"lotNumber":"317","title":{"en":"soviet union - architectural projects issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23356/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This lot features two conjoined Soviet Union postage stamps from the 'Architectural Projects' issue. The stamps, each denominated at 5 kopeks, depict a grand, multi-story building with a classical facade and towering elements, set within a cityscape with distant figures and vehicles. Rendered in a reddish-brown monochromatic palette, these stamps likely showcase a planned or completed Soviet architectural landmark. They are attached to an unprinted margin of paper.","soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.754Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23356},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23357/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, telegraph building, 10k dark brown, bottom margin imperforated single with nice margins at other sides, full og, nh, vf, soviet philatelic hs and raritan stamps guarantee, est. $800-$1,000, scott #599b"},"lotNumber":"318","title":{"en":"soviet union - architectural projects issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23357/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a single Soviet Union postage stamp from the 'Architectural Projects' issue, denominated at 10 kopeks, with a full unprinted margin attached. The stamp portrays a large, imposing architectural structure, featuring prominent columns and a statue crowning its highest point, indicative of Soviet monumental architecture. The image is rendered in a monochromatic grey scale, highlighting the detailed design of the building. The reverse side of the margin is blank.","soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.755Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23357},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23358/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, tchaikovsky concert hall, 15k gray black, top left corner sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, nice looking item, redistributed original gum, appearing nh, vf and rare positional piece, est. $1,500-$2,000, scott #600b"},"lotNumber":"319","title":{"en":"soviet union - architectural projects issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23358/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This item consists of two identical Soviet Union postage stamps, part of the architectural projects issue. The stamps, valued at 15 kopeks each, depict a large, multi-story architectural structure, possibly a Palace of Soviets design or a similar monumental building. The style is indicative of Soviet monumental architecture, likely from the mid-20th century. The stamps are printed in monochrome, showing the building with classical elements and a prominent tower, against a cloudy sky.","soldPrice":2750,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.530Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23358},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23359/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, red army theater, 20k dark green, imperforated single with enlarged margin at left and ample margins at other sides, full og, nh, vf, est. $900-$1,200, scott #601b"},"lotNumber":"320","title":{"en":"soviet union - architectural projects issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23359/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp, part of the architectural projects issue, valued at 20 kopeks. The stamp depicts a grand, ornate architectural project, characterized by a large semi-circular colonnade and topped with a sculptural figure, likely representing a Palace of Soviets design. The architectural style reflects monumental Soviet classicism, probably from the mid-20th century. The monochrome image shows the building in detail, with figures visible at its base, suggesting its immense scale.","soldPrice":950,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.532Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23359},{"startPrice":4000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23360/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, palace of the soviets, 40k violet, vertical imperforated strip of four values, nice margins, 1mm gum scratch at the top margin, full og, nh or lh (2), vf and very rare multiple, raritan stamps guarantee, c.v. $7,550++, est. $5,000-$6,000, scott #603b"},"lotNumber":"321","title":{"en":"soviet union - architectural projects issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23360/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":4000,"aiDescription":"This item comprises a block of four identical Soviet Union postage stamps, part of the architectural projects issue, each valued at 10 kopeks. The stamps feature a monumental architectural design, possibly an early vision for the Palace of Soviets, characterized by a stepped, towering structure surmounted by a large statue, likely representing Lenin. The style is typical of Soviet constructivist or post-constructivist architecture, dating from the mid-20th century. The monochrome print highlights the imposing scale and modernist lines of the depicted building.","soldPrice":6000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.534Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23360},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23361/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, palace of the soviets, 40k violet, right sheet margin (37mm) imperforated single, cto with full og (lh), vf and very scarce, est. $500-$600, scott #603b"},"lotNumber":"322","title":{"en":"soviet union - architectural projects issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23361/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp, part of the architectural projects issue, valued at 10 kopeks, partially affixed to an envelope or paper. The stamp depicts a monumental architectural project, likely an early concept for the Palace of Soviets, featuring a stepped, skyscraper-like structure crowned with a large statue, presumably of Lenin. The design reflects Soviet monumental architecture of the mid-20th century. The monochrome image captures the imposing scale of the building, with a circular postmark partially obscuring the right side of the stamp.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.535Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23361},{"startPrice":7500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23362/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, palace of the soviets, engraved goznak (soviet state printing plant) not accepted essay in slate blue with no value indicated, printed on thickened paper, size 75x45mm (stamp design size 33x21mm), no gum as issued, nh, vf and extremely rare, only a few such items were produced, a. zverev certificate, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $12,000- $15,000"},"lotNumber":"323","title":{"en":"soviet union - architectural projects issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23362/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":7500,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union philatelic item, likely a proof or postal stationery, from the architectural projects issue, featuring the 'Palace of Soviets' design. The design depicts a multi-tiered, towering architectural structure topped with a large, dynamic statue, possibly representing Lenin. The text \"ДВОРЕЦ СОВЕТОВ\" (Palace of Soviets) and \"ГОЗНАК \u2022 МОСКВА\" (Goznak \u2022 Moscow) are printed below the image in Cyrillic script. The monochrome illustration, presented within a clean border, emphasizes the grand scale and distinct Soviet architectural style of the mid-20th century.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.538Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23362},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23363/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, palace of the soviets, black-and-white photographic essay of not accepted design, no value indicated, printed on thin card, size 34x21.5mm, no gum as issued, nh, vf and extremely rare, only a few such items were printed for presentation, a. zverev certificate, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $1,500-$2,500"},"lotNumber":"324","title":{"en":"soviet union - architectural projects issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23363/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union philatelic item, likely a stamp or a proof from the architectural projects issue, depicting the 'Palace of Soviets' design. The image showcases a grand, stepped architectural structure, crowned with a prominent statue of a standing figure, strongly associated with the unbuilt Palace of Soviets. The title \"ДВОРЕЦ СОВЕТОВ\" (Palace of Soviets) is prominently displayed below the illustration in Cyrillic script, with \"ГОЗНАК \u2022 МОСКВА\" (Goznak \u2022 Moscow) also visible. The monochrome design highlights the monumental scale and iconic Soviet architectural vision of the mid-20th century.","soldPrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.540Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23363},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23364/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, red army theater, 50k dark brown, right margin horizontal imperforated pair, nice and post office fresh, full og, nh, vf and rare, c.v. $6,000++, est. $3,500-$4,500, scott #604b"},"lotNumber":"325","title":{"en":"soviet union - architectural projects issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23364/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This item consists of two identical Soviet Union postage stamps, part of the architectural projects issue, each valued at 50 kopeks. The stamps feature a grand architectural design, characterized by a large semi-circular colonnade and topped with multiple sculptural figures, representing a monumental public building such as a Palace of Soviets. The architectural style reflects Soviet classicism from the mid-20th century. The monochrome printing emphasizes the classical elements and grandiosity of the depicted structure, with a cloudy background.","soldPrice":4750,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.541Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23364},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23365/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, 10k-80k, imperforated complete set of four values, enlarged margin singles, full original dry gum as often, 80k with slight wrinkle, nh, vf and very rare set in premium quality, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $8,000-$10,000, scott #606a-09a"},"lotNumber":"326","title":{"en":"soviet union - felix dzerzhinsky issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23365/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"aiDescription":"This lot presents four Soviet Union postage stamps from the 1936 Felix Dzerzhinsky issue, commemorating the years 1877-1926. Each stamp features a profile portrait of Felix Dzerzhinsky looking left, with his signature beneath the portrait, and Cyrillic script indicating 'CCCP' and the values 10K, 20K, 40K, and 80K respectively. The stamps are printed in different monochrome colors: brown, green, purple, and red. This set provides a comprehensive representation of this specific commemorative issue, highlighting a prominent figure in Soviet history.","soldPrice":6000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.543Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23365},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23366/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, 10k yellow brown, printed on ordinary instead of chalk-surfaced paper, full og, light trace of hinge mark, vf and scarce, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $1,000-$1,200, scott #606 var"},"lotNumber":"327","title":{"en":"soviet union - felix dzerzhinsky issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23366/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp from the 1936 Felix Dzerzhinsky issue, commemorating the years 1877-1926, valued at 10 kopeks. The stamp features a profile portrait of Felix Dzerzhinsky looking left, with his signature printed below in Cyrillic script. Additional Cyrillic text indicates '1877 ПОЧТА 1926' and '1936', along with 'CCCP'. The stamp is printed in a sepia or brown monochrome and has perforated edges, typical of a standard postage stamp.","soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.544Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23366},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23367/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1938, 20k deep green, a single with comb perforation 12 1/2x12 instead of l12 1/2, nicely centered, full og with minimal yellowing at a few tiny places, nh, vf and rare, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $2,500-$3,000, scott #610a"},"lotNumber":"328","title":{"en":"soviet union - shota rustaveli issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23367/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp from the Shota Rustaveli issue, valued at 20 kopeks. The stamp features a portrait of Shota Rustaveli, a medieval Georgian poet, depicted holding a scroll or book. He is shown wearing traditional or period attire, including a hat and an ornate robe, framed by an intricate decorative border. The stamp includes both Georgian script, likely identifying the poet, and Cyrillic script for 'ПОЧТА СССР' and the value. The green monochrome printing accentuates the historical and cultural theme of the stamp.","soldPrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.546Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23367},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23368/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1938, 20k deep green, enlarged margins imperforated single, apparently stamp from the top right corner, full og, light trace of hinge mark, vf and rare, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $2,000-$3,000, scott #610b"},"lotNumber":"329","title":{"en":"soviet union - shota rustaveli issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23368/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp, part of the Shota Rustaveli issue. The stamp features a portrait of Shota Rustaveli, depicted as a bearded man in traditional attire, holding a book or tablet. It is a textual item, with Cyrillic script at the bottom indicating \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and \"20 коп.\" The stamp is green and black, set within an ornate border, suggesting a commemorative or definitive issue related to cultural figures.","soldPrice":2750,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.510Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23368},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23369/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, farm worked 4k claret, unfolded block of four, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $500++, est. $140-$180, scott #615"},"lotNumber":"330","title":{"en":"soviet union - definitive stamps on paper w/o watermark"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23369/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features a block of four Soviet Union definitive postage stamps, printed on paper without a watermark. Each stamp depicts a portrait of a female worker or peasant, wearing a head covering and an apron, rendered in a reddish-purple monochrome. The stamps include the inscription \"CCCP\" in the top corners and \"ПОЧТА 4 КОП\" at the bottom, indicating its postal function and denomination.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.514Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23369},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23370/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1936-37, factory worker 10k dark blue, horizontal imperforated pair with enlarged margins at top and at sides, full original slightly dry gum, nh, vf and scarce in pair, p. buchsbayew certificate, est. $1,200- $1,500, scott #616b"},"lotNumber":"331","title":{"en":"soviet union - definitive stamps on paper w/o watermark"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23370/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"aiDescription":"This item consists of two conjoined Soviet Union definitive postage stamps, printed on paper without a watermark. Each stamp features a portrait of a female worker or peasant, depicted from the chest up with a head covering and striped attire, rendered in blue monochrome. Below the portrait, the stamps bear the inscription \"ПОЧТА 10 коп СССР,\" identifying them as postal currency from the Soviet Union.","soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.535Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23370},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23371/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1936-37, factory worker 10k dark blue, horizontal imperforated pair with gutter and control line in the middle, slight fold along the gutter as always exists, perfect quality otherwise, full og, nh, vf and extremely rare, only a few such gutter pairs are recorded, each stamp with j. stolow hs, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $3,000-$4,000, scott #616b"},"lotNumber":"332","title":{"en":"soviet union - definitive stamps on paper w/o watermark"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23371/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This lot presents two Soviet Union definitive postage stamps, joined by an imperforate gutter, printed on paper without a watermark. Each blue monochrome stamp displays a portrait of a female worker or peasant, wearing a cap and a striped shirt. The stamps are marked with \"ПОЧТА 10 коп СССР,\" indicating their origin and denomination, and are part of a series featuring everyday citizens.","soldPrice":3500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.554Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23371},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23372/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1940, worker 10k olive, bottom sheet margin imperforated single, a beautiful stamp in every respect, full og, lh, vf and scarce, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $1,200-$1,500, scott #616ab"},"lotNumber":"333","title":{"en":"soviet union - definitive stamps on paper w/o watermark"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23372/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union definitive postage stamp, printed on paper without a watermark, featuring a male worker. The stamp, rendered in olive green, shows a portrait of a man in a cap, with industrial elements like factory pipes and a derrick in the background. It is inscribed \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and \"10 КОП,\" signifying its postal use and value within the Soviet Union.","soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.556Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23372},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23373/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, peasant 20k green on pale blue network, horizontal imperforated pair, nice and fresh, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $1,900, est. $1,000-$1,200, scott #617ab"},"lotNumber":"334","title":{"en":"soviet union - definitive stamps on paper w/o watermark"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23373/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises two conjoined Soviet Union definitive postage stamps, printed on paper without a watermark. Both stamps are in green monochrome and feature a profile portrait of a bearded man, possibly a writer or intellectual, enclosed within an oval frame with stylized tree motifs. The inscription \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and \"20 коп\" are visible at the bottom of each stamp, denoting their postal function and denomination.","soldPrice":750,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.563Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23373},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23374/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, factory worker 30k claret, horizontal imperforated pair, full og with minimal usual waves, nh, vf, c.v. $1,200++, est. $500- $600, scott #618b"},"lotNumber":"335","title":{"en":"soviet union - definitive stamps on paper w/o watermark"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23374/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This item includes two conjoined Soviet Union definitive postage stamps, printed on paper without a watermark. Each stamp, rendered in a reddish-brown monochrome, features a portrait of a female worker or peasant wearing a head covering and a collared shirt. The inscriptions \"30 коп,\" \"ПОЧТА,\" and \"СССР\" are prominently displayed at the bottom of the stamps, indicating their value and origin.","soldPrice":475,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.566Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23374},{"startPrice":350,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23375/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1936, lenin 40k indigo, top sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair with full margins at other sides, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $1,200++, est. $500-$600, scott #619b"},"lotNumber":"336","title":{"en":"soviet union - definitive stamps on paper w/o watermark"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23375/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":350,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of two conjoined Soviet Union definitive postage stamps, printed on paper without a watermark. Both stamps feature a dark blue portrait of Vladimir Lenin, depicted with his characteristic beard, within an oval frame. The inscription \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and \"40 КОП\" are clearly visible, identifying the stamps as Soviet postal currency honoring the revolutionary leader.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.577Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23375},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23376/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1938, north pole flight, 40k dark green and carmine, 80k red and carmine, imperforated set of two values, balanced margins (40k) or bottom sheet margin examples, full og, tiny reversal traces from an old stockbook, f/vf, c.v. $1,600 as hinged, est. $1,000- $1,300, scott #627a-28a"},"lotNumber":"337","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23376/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This lot contains two Soviet Union postage stamps from the 1938-1939 issues, depicting themes of Arctic exploration and Soviet power. The stamps feature a red Soviet flag with a hammer and sickle flying over an arctic landscape with planes. One stamp is green (40 kop) and the other is red (80 kop), both with Cyrillic text related to \"NORTH POLE\" (\"СЕВЕРНЫЙ ПОЛЮС\") and \"SOVIET UNION\" (\"СССР\").","soldPrice":750,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.590Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23376},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23377/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1938, 20th anniversary of the red army, 80k gray black and dark red, printed on ordinary (thinned) paper, size 32.3x22.5mm, nicely centered, full og, nh, vf, est. $150-$200, scott #634 var"},"lotNumber":"338","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23377/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp from the 1938-1939 issues, commemorating \"20 лет РККА\" (20 years of the Red Army). The stamp depicts a historical scene featuring a crowd with a speaker, and a cavalry charge led by a figure on horseback, against a backdrop of flags and banners. The imagery, in monochrome with red accents, includes the dates \"1918-1938\" and \"ПОЧТА - 80 КОП,\" highlighting its historical and postal significance.","soldPrice":110,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.603Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23377},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23378/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1938, 20th anniversary of the red army, 1r black and red, horizontal imperforated pair, wide margins all around, full og, nh, vf and scarce, raritan stamps guarantee, c.v. $3,800++, est. $2,500-$3,000, scott #635a"},"lotNumber":"339","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23378/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This lot features a block of two Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1938-1939. The stamps depict a socialist realist scene with a male and female figure, likely soldiers or revolutionaries, standing beside a machine gun. The man, with a mustache, points assertively to the right, while the woman looks on. The background shows a red flag, a symbol of the Soviet Union. The denomination '1 РУБ. ПОЧТА' (1 Ruble Post) and dates '1918-1938' are visible, indicating a commemorative issue.","soldPrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.294Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23378},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23379/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1938, first trans-atlantic flight, 20k, 40k and 50k, set of three imperforated singles, 20k with balanced margins, 40k and 50k with enlarged margin at bottom or top respectively, all with full og, nh (20k and 40k) or lh with minor adhesion, vf, each one with z. mikulski guarantee hs, c.v. $4,800, est. $4,000-$5,000, scott #637a-39a"},"lotNumber":"340","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23379/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises three Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1938-1939, each with different denominations (20K, 40K, 50K). The stamps depict a world map centered on the North Pole, illustrating a long-distance flight route from Moscow to the USA, indicated by a red flag. Above the map, four male figures, likely aviators or dignitaries, are shown in formal attire. The stamps feature Cyrillic script and the year '1937', commemorating the Moscow-USA flight.","soldPrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.296Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23379},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23380/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1938, second trans-atlantic flight, 10k claret and 10k gray black, set of two imperforated singles, first one with balanced margins, the other one with enlarged margins at top and on the right, full og, 10k is vlh, 20k is nh with minor usual gum waves, vf, each stamp with z. mikulski guarantee hs, est. $900-$1,200, scott #640a-41a"},"lotNumber":"341","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23380/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This lot includes two Soviet Union postage stamps, dating from 1938-1939, with denominations of 10K and 20K. Each stamp features portraits of three male aviators: M. Gromov, A. Yumashev, and S. Danilin, commemorating their long-distance flight. The background shows a world map centered on the North Pole, tracing a route from Moscow to the USA and Canada, with a hammer and sickle emblem. The stamps are in two different color variations: one predominantly reddish-brown and the other grayish-blue.","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.297Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23380},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23381/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1938, papanin's north pole expedition, 50k ultramarine, horizontal imperforated pair with beautiful margins all around, full og, nh, vf and rare in sound condition, raritan stamps guarantee, c.v. $4,700++, est. $3250-$4,000, scott #646a"},"lotNumber":"342","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23381/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a block of two Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1938-1939. The stamps are monochromatic blue and depict a group of six uniformed men, likely naval officers or explorers, with distinct visages. In the foreground, below the figures, is a decorative border of roses. The top of the stamp reads 'ПОЧТА СССР' (Post USSR) and the denomination '50 коп' (50 kopeks) is at the bottom, indicating a commemorative or general issue stamp.","soldPrice":2500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.299Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23381},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23382/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1939, views of new moscow, 10k-1r, complete set of seven, full og, nh, mostly vf, c.v. $255, est. $100-$150, scott #706-12"},"lotNumber":"343","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23382/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a set of seven Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1938-1939, depicting various architectural and infrastructural landmarks of Moscow. The stamps feature different denominations ranging from 20K to 1 Ruble. Subjects include modern city buildings, the Lenin State Library, the Krymsky Bridge, the Moskvoretsky Bridge, the Moscow River Port, and the Dynamo Metro Station. The stamps showcase a mix of urban landscapes and grand Soviet architecture.","soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.301Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23382},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23383/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1939, definitive issue, foundry-man 15k blue, horizontal imperforated pair, nice margins and post office fresh, full og, nh, vf and rare, raritan stamps guarantee, c.v. $6,000, est. $4,000-$5,000, scott #713a"},"lotNumber":"344","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23383/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This lot features a block of two Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1938-1939. The stamps are blue and depict a bust portrait of a young male worker or aviator, wearing a cap and goggles, looking directly forward. In the background, a subtle architectural interior is visible, with figures seated at tables. The stamps bear the inscription 'ПОЧТА СССР' (Post USSR) and a denomination of '15K' (15 kopeks) at the bottom.","soldPrice":2750,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.303Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23383},{"startPrice":4000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23384/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1939, non-stop flight to the far east, 15k-60k, imperforated complete set of three, each one with enlarged margins, full og, lh or previously hinged, vf and very rare, only 50 imperforated stamps of each denomination were printed, two with e. kessler guarantee hs, raritan stamps guarantee for the complete set, est. $6,000-$8,000, scott #718-20 imp"},"lotNumber":"345","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23384/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":4000,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises three Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1938-1939, commemorating Soviet female aviators. Each stamp features a different female pilot: P. Osipenko (15K, green), M. Raskova (30K, brown), and V. Grizodubova (60K, red). The pilots are depicted in flight gear, with aircraft visible in the background, signifying their pioneering long-distance flights from Moscow to the Far East. The reverse side of some stamps show KESSLER watermarks and handwritten numbers.","soldPrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.304Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23384},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23385/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1939, agricultural exhibition, horses, 50k red brown, right sheet margin imperforated single, slight gum creases at top margin and minor paper foxing, full og, small hinge remnant on margin, f/vf and extremely rare legitimate imperforated error, which is unlisted in catalogs, est. $750-$1,000, scott #730 imp"},"lotNumber":"346","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23385/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This lot features three Soviet Union postage items, likely from the 1938-1939 period, related to the All-Union Agricultural Exhibition. The items include two imperforate stamps and one perforated stamp. Each depicts a prominent close-up of a horse's head, with a herd of horses visible in the distant background. The stamps are a monochromatic reddish-brown and feature the inscription 'ВСЕСОЮЗНАЯ С/Х ВЫСТАВКА 1939' (All-Union Agricultural Exhibition 1939) and a '50 коп' (50 kopeks) denomination.","soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.306Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23385},{"startPrice":75,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23386/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1939, definitive issue, miner 5k red, solder 15k gray green and aviator 30k blue, complete set of three, typo printing, perforation l12 1/2, full og, nh, vf, est. $120-$150, scott #734-36 var"},"lotNumber":"347","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23386/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This lot includes three distinct Soviet Union postage stamps from the 1938-1939 period, each featuring a different military or aviation theme. The first stamp (5 Kopeeks, red) depicts a male soldier with goggles and a firearm. The second stamp (15 Kopeeks, green) shows a marching soldier in uniform with a backpack. The third stamp (30 Kopeeks, blue) features a female aviator with goggles, against the backdrop of an aircraft engine. All stamps bear the 'ПОЧТА СССР' inscription.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.310Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23386},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23387/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1947, definitive issue, soldier 15k gray green, offset printing, top right corner sheet margin block of four on thick over 0.1mm paper, full og, nh or lh (top left stamp), vf and scarce multiple, est. $600-$750, scott #735 var"},"lotNumber":"348","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23387/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1938-1939. Each stamp is a monochromatic green, featuring an identical image of a male soldier in uniform, equipped with a helmet, backpack, and what appears to be a rifle. The soldier is depicted in a marching or standing pose. The stamps are denominated '15 коп' (15 kopeks) and inscribed with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (Post USSR). The block shows clear perforation lines and some handwritten notations on the top margin.","soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.311Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23387},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23388/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1939, definitive issue, aviator 30k blue, typo printing, horizontal imperforated pair, nice margins all around, full og, nh (right stamp) or hinged, vf, est. $1,000-$1,200, scott #736 imp"},"lotNumber":"349","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23388/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This lot features a pair of Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1938 and 1939. Each stamp is a 30 kopek denomination, depicting a pilot in a helmet and goggles, shown in profile, with an airplane propeller in the background. The design is rendered in blue ink on a lighter background, with Cyrillic text \"ПОЧТА КОП СССР\" at the bottom. The stamps are presented as a se-tenant pair, suggesting they are unsevered from an original sheet.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.601Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23388},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23389/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1946, definitive issue, aviator 30k blue, litho printing, top sheet margin single with a pre-printed paper fold (pli l'accordeon), full og, nh, vf and outstanding variety on this rather rare stamp, est. $1,200-$1,500, scott #736 var"},"lotNumber":"350","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23389/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postage stamp, issued between 1938 and 1939, is a 30 kopek denomination. The stamp's subject matter is aviation, featuring a pilot in profile wearing a helmet and goggles, with an aircraft propeller visible behind him. Rendered in blue ink, the stamp includes Cyrillic text \"ПОЧТА КОП СССР\" at the bottom. It exhibits perforations on all sides except the top, where a wide, unperforated margin is present, suggesting it's from the top of a stamp sheet.","soldPrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.661Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23389},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23390/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1939, nikolai chernyshevsky, russian writer and critic, 30k violet and 60k blue green, both with perforation l12 1/2, first one with raster vertical diamonds, the other one - horizontal diamonds, both with full og, nh, vf, est. $600- $800, scott #761-62 var"},"lotNumber":"351","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1938-1939"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23390/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot presents two Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1938 and 1939, commemorating N.G. Chernyshevsky. Both stamps depict a bearded man, presumably Chernyshevsky, in an oval portrait surrounded by a laurel wreath. The first stamp is a 30 kopek denomination in purple tones, while the second is a 60 kopek denomination in teal tones. Both feature Cyrillic text \"1889-1939\" and \"Н.Г. ЧЕРНЫШЕВСКИЙ\", along with \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and their respective values. The stamps are perforated and are likely part of a commemorative series.","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.671Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23390},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23391/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1940, polar voyage of the ice-breaker ''georgy sedov'', 30k pale violet, comb perforation 12x12 1/2, raster horizontal diamonds, bottom sheet margin block of four, full original gum but with offset of the design on gum side, nh, f/vf, est. $250-$300, scott #773 var"},"lotNumber":"352","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1940-1941"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23391/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps issued between 1940 and 1941, featuring a maritime theme. Each 30 kopek stamp depicts the ship \"Георгий Седов\" (Georgy Sedov) with portraits of explorers or figures associated with the ship in circular insets above. The stamps are printed in monochrome blue-grey tones on paper and show Cyrillic text including \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and the denomination. The reverse side reveals the gummed surface and some light toning or foxing, typical of older philatelic items.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.678Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23391},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23392/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1940, vladimir mayakovsky, 60k dark gray blue, a single with comb perforation 12 1/2x12 instead of l12 1/2, raster horizontal diamonds, full og with tiny spot of foxing at bottom right, nh, vf, est. $300-$400, scott #778 var"},"lotNumber":"353","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1940-1941"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23392/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postage stamp, issued between 1940 and 1941, is a 60 kopek denomination dedicated to the poet V. Mayakovsky. The stamp features a monochrome blue-grey profile portrait of a young man in a cap, presumably Mayakovsky, alongside a vertical block of Cyrillic text. The text includes \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and the years \"1930-1940\", indicating a commemorative issue. The stamp is perforated on three sides, with the right side being a blank selvage, suggesting it was part of a sheet or booklet.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.679Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23392},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23393/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1940, peter tchaikovsky, 30k blue, bottom sheet margin single, imperforated at bottom, neat postal cancellation, vf, soviet official hs on reverse, est. $120-$150, scott #791 var"},"lotNumber":"354","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1940-1941"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23393/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postage stamp, issued between 1940 and 1941, commemorates Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The 30 kopek stamp, rendered in blue, features a portrait of Tchaikovsky in an oval frame, with musical notation and a violin below. The design includes the years \"1840-1940\" and Cyrillic text \"П.И. ЧАЙКОВСКИЙ\" and \"ПОЧТА СССР\". The stamp is perforated on its sides, with a wide, unperforated margin at the bottom, indicating it may be from the bottom of a stamp sheet.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.681Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23393},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23394/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1940, peter tchaikovsky, 60k red, bottom sheet margin single, imperforated at bottom, full og, nh, vf, est. $250 -$300, scott #793 var"},"lotNumber":"355","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1940-1941"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23394/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postage stamp, issued between 1940 and 1941, commemorates the composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The 60 kopek stamp is rendered in red and features a portrait of Tchaikovsky in an ornate rectangular frame, accompanied by musical notation at the bottom. The stamp includes the years \"1840-1940\" and Cyrillic text identifying him as \"П.И. ЧАЙКОВСКИЙ\", along with \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and the denomination. It has perforations on three sides, with a wide, unperforated margin at the bottom, indicating it might be a plate margin or selvage.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.682Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23394},{"startPrice":250,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23395/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1940, all-union agriculture fair, 30k multicolored, ten vertical or horizontal se-tenant pairs and one se-tenant block of four, fresh quality overall, but most with redistributed original gum, vf looking unit, est. $350-$400, scott #796/808"},"lotNumber":"356","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1940-1941"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23395/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a collection of Soviet Union postage stamps issued between 1940 and 1941, featuring various architectural pavilions. Each stamp is a 30 kopek denomination and depicts a distinct building, likely from an exhibition or a series showcasing Soviet republics' architecture. The stamps are multi-colored, showing details of different building facades and styles. Cyrillic text is visible, including \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and descriptions of the pavilions, such as \"ПАВИЛЬОН КИРГИЗСКОЙ ССР\" (Pavilion of the Kirghiz SSR).","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.683Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23395},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23396/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1941, nikolay y. zhukovsky, russian scientist, 50k brown lilac, error stamp printed on horizontally laid paper, full og, nh, vf and scarce, est. $500-$600, scott #840 var"},"lotNumber":"357","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1940-1941"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23396/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postage stamp, issued between 1940 and 1941, is a 50 kopek denomination commemorating N.E. Zhukovsky, a prominent figure in aviation. The stamp, in a reddish-brown hue, features a portrait of Zhukovsky, with Cyrillic text \"Н.Е. ЖУКОВСКИЙ 1921-1941\" and a mathematical equation \"y=f(x)\" on a blackboard in the background. It is perforated on three sides, with the right side showing a blank margin, suggesting it is a single stamp from a larger sheet with selvage.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.685Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23396},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23397/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1941, karelian finnish republic, 30k carmine rose, comb perforation 12 1/2x12 instead of l12 1/2, nicely centered, full og, nh, vf, est. $200-$250, scott #841 var"},"lotNumber":"358","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1940-1941"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23397/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postage stamp, issued between 1940 and 1941, is a 30 kopek denomination commemorating the Karelo-Finnish SSR. The stamp features the coat of arms of the Karelo-Finnish SSR, depicting a central sunburst with a landscape, surrounded by a wreath of wheat and pine branches, topped with a hammer and sickle and a star. The design is in monochrome red, with Cyrillic text \"КАРЕЛО-ФИНСКАЯ ССР\" and \"ПОЧТА СССР\", and the years \"1940-1941\". The stamp is perforated, indicating its postal use.","soldPrice":190,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.686Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23397},{"startPrice":75,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23398/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1941, karelian finnish republic, 45k dark bluish green, ''smooth scroll'' variety, full og, nh, f/vf, est. $100-$130, scott #842 var"},"lotNumber":"359","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1940-1941"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23398/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp issued between 1940 and 1941, featuring a patriotic or regional theme. The stamp's central design depicts the Coat of Arms of the Karelo-Finnish SSR, flanked by the dates \"1940\" and \"1941\". The emblem includes a hammer and sickle, a star, and imagery of nature like trees and a river, encircled by wheat sheaves and a banner with text. Below the main design, it reads \"Карело-Финская ССР\" (Karelo-Finnish SSR) and \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (USSR Post) with a denomination of \"45\" kopiykas. The stamp is printed in a monochromatic green hue and features perforated edges.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.449Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23398},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23399/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1941, people's militia, 30k blue, used on small size cover from frunze (now bishkek - capital of kyrgyzstan) to moscow in 1942, censorship and arrival ds on reverse, f/vf, est. $200-$250, scott #859"},"lotNumber":"360","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1940-1941"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23399/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This item is a used Soviet Union postal envelope, dated between 1940 and 1941, featuring a cancelled postage stamp. The stamp, in blue, depicts a group of figures holding a banner with a hammer and sickle, indicative of a socialist realist theme. It is postmarked 'МОСКВА' (Moscow) with a partial date, likely from 1941. The envelope is addressed in Cyrillic script, with additional handwritten annotations on both the front and back, including a circular postmark on the reverse. The paper shows signs of age, including some staining and a torn edge on the left side.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.452Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23399},{"startPrice":450,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23400/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1943, scenes of the great patriotic war, sniper, 60k chalky blue, raster vertical diamonds, full og, nh, mostly vf and scarce printing variety, est. $600-$750, scott #894 var"},"lotNumber":"361","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1943-1945"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23400/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":450,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp issued between 1943 and 1945, likely depicting a military or wartime theme. The design shows a sniper, possibly in winter camouflage, aiming a rifle. The stamp is predominantly in shades of blue, with \"60 КОП\" (60 Kopecks) and \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (USSR Post) printed on it. It features perforated edges, common for postal issues of the period. The imagery suggests a focus on the defense and military efforts during World War II.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.454Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23400},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23401/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1943, the tehran conference, 3r indigo, blue and red, blue color significantly shifted to the left, bottom right corner sheet margin block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $250-$300, scott #908 var"},"lotNumber":"362","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1943-1945"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23401/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four uncancelled Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1943 and 1945, celebrating the Allied war effort. Each stamp depicts the intertwined flags of the Soviet Union (red flag with hammer and sickle), the United Kingdom (Union Jack), and the United States (Stars and Stripes). A banner above the flags bears Cyrillic text, reading \"ДА ЗДРАВСТВУЕТ ПОБЕДА АНГЛО-СОВЕТСКО-АМЕРИКАНСКОГО БОЕВОГО СОЮЗА!\" (Long live the victory of the Anglo-Soviet-American fighting alliance!) and \"СТАЛИН\". The denomination is \"3 РУБ\" (3 Rubles), and \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (USSR Post) is prominently displayed. The stamps are blue, red, and white, with perforated edges, and are presented in a block format with a wide margin on the right.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.455Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23401},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23402/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1944, day of the united nations, 60k black, red and (blue), a single with red color significantly shifted to the top and blue color missing, cto with full og (lh), vf, a common stamp is included, est. $150-$200, scott #921 var"},"lotNumber":"363","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1943-1945"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23402/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features two distinct Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1943 and 1945, commemorating the United Nations. Both stamps share a similar design, showcasing the flags of the Soviet Union (red with hammer and sickle), the United States (Stars and Stripes), and the United Kingdom (Union Jack), depicted against a background of multiple flags. The central text reads \"14 ИЮНЯ ДЕНЬ ОБЪЕДИНЕННЫХ НАЦИЙ\" (June 14, United Nations Day) in Cyrillic. Each stamp is denominated \"60 КОП\" (60 Kopecks) and includes \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (USSR Post). The stamps are predominantly gray and feature perforated edges, with variations in the flag representation between the two.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.457Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23402},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23403/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1944, liberation of leningrad, 30k x4 greenish black, souvenir sheet of four stamps, double impression (one albino, 2mm higher then main inscription) of the text at top and bottom, full og, nh, vf, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $300-$400, scott #959 var"},"lotNumber":"364","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1943-1945"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23403/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four uncancelled Soviet Union postage stamps, presented on a commemorative sheet, issued on January 27, 1944. The stamps commemorate the full liberation of Leningrad from the enemy blockade, as indicated by the Cyrillic text below the block: \"Город Ленинград полностью освобожден от вражеской блокады.\" (The city of Leningrad is completely liberated from the enemy blockade.). Each stamp, denominated \"30 КОП\" (30 Kopecks), depicts an artillery scene with cannons firing and an medal design. The stamps are a greenish-blue hue, featuring perforated edges, and are arranged in a 2x2 block on a plain white sheet, with \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (USSR Post) visible.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.458Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23403},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23404/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1945, order of victory, 3r bright brick red, top sheet margin single, imperforated at the top, full og, nh, vf and very scarce, est. $500-$600, scott #973 var"},"lotNumber":"365","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1943-1945"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23404/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This is a single, uncancelled Soviet Union postage stamp, issued between 1943 and 1945, depicting the Order of Victory. The stamp is vertical in orientation and features a detailed illustration of the Order of Victory, a prominent military decoration, within an oval frame. The design includes a central star with a Kremlin tower, surrounded by a wreath and banners with Cyrillic text reading \"ОРДЕН ПОБЕДЫ\" (Order of Victory) and \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (USSR Post). The stamp is predominantly in shades of red and is denominated \"3 РУБ\" (3 Rubles), featuring perforated edges. The patriotic imagery reflects the wartime context of its issue.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.460Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23404},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23405/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23405/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23405/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23405/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23405/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23405/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23405/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23405/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23405/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23405/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1946 year, complete set of 98 stamps with many extras, including raster varieties on post-war reconstruction issue, stamp size and raster on maxim gorky stamps, neatly arranged in mounts and profusely inscribed on pages, fresh quality, full og, nh, vf, standard c.v. is about 46,000p, est. $200-$250, scott #992a/1090, var"},"lotNumber":"366","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1946-1947"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23405/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This is a collection of Soviet Union air force themed postage stamps from March 30, 1946, commemorating World War II aviation. The lot consists of eight individual stamps, each depicting different aircraft types and aerial combat scenes. The stamps are arranged on a white display sheet with printed text \"1946 SOVIET UNION\", \"1946, March 30. Air Force during World War II.\", and \"Photo. Line Perf 12 1/2\". Each stamp bears \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (USSR Post) and various denominations, showing diverse aircraft in action, and feature perforated edges.","soldPrice":350,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.461Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23405},{"startPrice":250,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23406/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1947, 25th anniversary of soviet postage stamps, 15k black and red, souvenir sheet of four, double text impression at top and bottom (second one is the ''kiss'' impression), full og, some paper adhesion on reverse, still vf and rare, est. $300-$400, scott #1080a var"},"lotNumber":"367","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1946-1947"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23406/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This item is a commemorative block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1946 and 1947, celebrating the 25th anniversary of Soviet postage stamps. The sheet is titled \"XXV лет Советской почтовой марки\" (25 years of Soviet postage stamps) and indicates \"1921-1946 (юбилейный выпуск)\" (1921-1946 (anniversary issue)). Each stamp, denominated \"15 КОП\" (15 Kopecks), features a collage of older Soviet stamps overlaid on a map of the USSR, with a ship in the foreground. The stamps are predominantly red and black, with perforated edges, and are presented in a 2x2 block on a white sheet.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.463Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23406},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23407/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1946, dnieper dam and power station, 30k brown black, raster horizontal diamonds, full og, nh, vf, est. $200- $250, scott #1085 var"},"lotNumber":"368","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1946-1947"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23407/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This is a single, uncancelled Soviet Union postage stamp issued in 1946, commemorating the restoration of the Dnieper Hydroelectric Station (DneproGES). The stamp features an industrial landscape with the DneproGES dam prominently in the background, undergoing reconstruction with cranes and construction activities in the foreground. A Soviet flag with the hammer and sickle is visible on the left. The Cyrillic text at the top reads \"ВОССТАНОВЛЕНИЕ ДНЕПРОГЭС\" (Restoration of DneproGES), with the year \"1946\". The stamp is denominated \"30 КОП\" (30 Kopecks) and includes \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (USSR Post), printed in a monochromatic gray, and features perforated edges.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:49.465Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23407},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23408/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1946, 29th anniversary of the soviet army, 30k gray blue, bottom left corner margin single printed on double (pasted up) paper, full og, nh, vf and rare, est. $200- $250, scott #1102 var"},"lotNumber":"369","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1946-1947"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23408/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp, issued between 1946 and 1947. The stamp features a military theme, depicting a soldier studying a map, with another soldier pointing at a larger map in the background. Text in Cyrillic script at the top reads 'XXIX Годовщина Советской Армии' (29th Anniversary of the Soviet Army) and 'Изучайте опыт Великой Отечественной войны!' (Study the experience of the Great Patriotic War!). The stamp's denomination is '30 коп' (30 kopeks) and includes 'СССР' (USSR) and the dates '1918-1947'.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.319Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23408},{"startPrice":80,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23409/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1947, coat of arms, 1r multicolored, bottom sheet margin pair from positions 34/40 of a sheet of 42 (6x7), control text reads ''2nd print run'', full og, nh, vf, est. $120-$150, scott #1120"},"lotNumber":"370","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1946-1947"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23409/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":80,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a vertical pair of Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1946 and 1947, identified as the \"2-ой тираж\" (2nd printing). Each stamp features the State Emblem of the USSR, showing a globe with a hammer and sickle, surrounded by wheat sheaves and red ribbons, beneath a red star. The emblem is flanked by numerous red flags on either side. Each stamp has a face value of \"1 руб\" (1 ruble) and includes \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (USSR Post) text.","soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.333Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23409},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23410/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1947, moscow council building, imperforated 30k black and dark red, light blue color omitted, block of four with nice margins around, full og, nh, vf, est. $600-$800, scott #1125 fn"},"lotNumber":"371","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1946-1947"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23410/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1946 and 1947. Each stamp depicts a detailed illustration of a large, classical-style building with red walls and numerous columns, representing the 'Московского Совета Депутатов Трудящихся' (Moscow Soviet of Workers' Deputies). The stamps commemorate 'XXX лет 1917-1947' (30 years 1917-1947) and are denominated '30 коп' (30 kopeks), featuring 'ПОЧТА СССР' (USSR Post).","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.342Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23410},{"startPrice":250,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23411/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1947, labor day, 30k red, vertical pair imperforated between stamps, full og, nh, but with some green offset on reverse, vf and very scarce perf error, est. $350-$450, scott #1126 var"},"lotNumber":"372","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1946-1947"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23411/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a horizontal pair of Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1946 and 1947, with one stamp showing an inverted watermark on its reverse. The stamps depict a May Day parade scene in Moscow, with a large crowd gathered in front of the Kremlin, featuring its spires and red walls. A banner with a portrait of Stalin and the inscription 'Великому Сталину Слава!' (Glory to Great Stalin!) is prominently displayed. Each stamp is denominated '30 коп' (30 kopeks) and includes 'Почта СССР' (USSR Post).","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.357Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23411},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23412/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1947, 800th jubilee of moscow, 2r multicolored, bottom sheet margin single, imperforated at foot, full og, nh, vf, est. $400-$500, scott #1144 var"},"lotNumber":"373","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1946-1947"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23412/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp, issued between 1946 and 1947, commemorating the '800 лет Москвы' (800 years of Moscow) from '1147-1947'. The stamp features a vibrant, multi-color illustration of the Moscow Kremlin's towers and walls, overlooking a body of water, likely the Moskva River. It is framed by a decorative red border and has a denomination of '2 руб' (2 rubles) with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (USSR Post) written below the image.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.371Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23412},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23413/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1947, 800th jubilee of moscow, 3r multicolored x4, imperforated souvenir sheet from the first printing (type i), size 140x171mm, tiny natural pinpoint paper inclusion at lower right stamp, much better quality then usually came, full og, nh, vf, est. $200-$250, scott #1145 var"},"lotNumber":"374","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1946-1947"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23413/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot features a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1946 and 1947, presented on a commemorative sheet. The stamps celebrate '800 лет Москвы' (800 years of Moscow) from '1147-1947 гг.' (years). Each stamp displays a detailed, multi-color view of the Moscow Kremlin with its spires and walls, from an elevated perspective. The entire sheet is topped with the Soviet Union's emblem in blue and text in Cyrillic, with each stamp having a '3 руб' (3 rubles) denomination.","soldPrice":210,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.381Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23413},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23414/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1947, sanatorium ''abkhazia'' 30k red brown, horizontal imperforated pair, nice margin all around, full og, lh, vf, j. stolow guarantee hs, est. $150-$200, scott #1166 imp"},"lotNumber":"375","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1946-1947"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23414/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a horizontal pair of Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1946 and 1947. Each stamp features a sepia-toned illustration of a grand multi-story building surrounded by palm trees, identified as 'САНАТОРИЙ \"АБХАЗИЯ\"' (Sanatorium \"Abkhazia\") in 'НОВЫЙ АФОН' (New Athos). The stamps are denominated '30 коп' (30 kopeks) and include 'Почта СССР' (USSR Post).","soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.400Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23414},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23415/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1947, sanatorium ''abkhazia'', 30k red brown, horizontal pair imperforated vertically, nice margins, full og, lh, vf, expertized by z. mikulski, est. $150-$180, scott #1166 var"},"lotNumber":"376","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1946-1947"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23415/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a horizontal pair of Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1946 and 1947. The stamps depict a sepia-toned image of a large, ornate building nestled among palm trees, representing the 'САНАТОРИЙ \"АБХАЗИЯ\"' (Sanatorium \"Abkhazia\") in 'НОВЫЙ АФОН' (New Athos). Each stamp carries a denomination of '30 коп' (30 kopeks) and features 'Почта СССР' (USSR Post).","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.407Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23415},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23416/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1948, views of leningrad, 1r dark brownish violet, top right corner sheet margin example, imperforated on the right, full og, nh (light trace of hinge at top margin far away from the stamp), vf, est. $250-$300, scott #1192 var"},"lotNumber":"377","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1948"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23416/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1948, depicting the Smolny Building in Leningrad. The monochromatic stamp, with a faint purple hue, showcases the classical architecture of the 'Здание: Смольный' (Smolny Building) with its distinctive portico and columns, and a flag flying from its roof. The stamp indicates 'г. Ленинград (1947г.)' (Leningrad, 1947) and has a face value of '1 руб' (1 ruble) with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (USSR Post) inscribed.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.416Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23416},{"startPrice":75,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23417/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1948, 30th anniversary of the ukrainian soviet republic, 30k-1r, complete set of four used together with two other stamps in 1961 on registered air mail cover from kiev obl. to us, postmarked on arrival, mostly vf, est. $100-$130, scott #1193-96"},"lotNumber":"378","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1948"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23417/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a vintage Soviet Union postal envelope from 1948, featuring multiple Soviet postage stamps affixed to its front. The envelope is addressed to recipients in both the USA (New York) and the USSR (Krasnaya oblast). The stamps depict various subjects including portraits, industrial scenes, and architectural views, in different denominations and colors. The reverse of the envelope shows a circular purple postmark dated 'MAR 08 1950'.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:50.428Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23417},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23418/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1948, aleksandr n. ostrovsky, playwright, 30k-1r, imperforated complete set of three, all with side or enlarged margins, full og, nh, vf, est. $500-$600, scott #1227-29 imp"},"lotNumber":"379","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1948"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23418/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot features three Soviet Union postage stamps from 1948, commemorating the 125th anniversary of the birth of Russian playwright A. N. Ostrovsky. Each stamp depicts a portrait of Ostrovsky, rendered in different monochromatic color schemes: green (30 kopek), brown (60 kopek), and purple (1 ruble). The stamps are printed on paper and feature Cyrillic script, with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and '125 ЛЕТ СО ДНЯ РОЖДЕНИЯ' (125 YEARS SINCE BIRTH) visible. The brown and purple stamps show a wreath surrounding the portrait, and the green stamp features an open book at the bottom.","soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.194Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23418},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23419/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1949, view of pyatigorsk, 40k bright red lilac, raster horizontal diamonds, full og, nh, vf, est. $140-$180, scott #1311 var"},"lotNumber":"380","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23419/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This item is a single Soviet Union postage stamp issued between 1949-1950, depicting a scenic view of Pyatigorsk, specifically the 'Hot Mountain' (Горячая гора). The stamp is purple and features a statue of an eagle on a rock formation in the foreground, with mountains in the background. Printed on paper, it has a denomination of '40 коп' (40 kopeks) and includes 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) in Cyrillic script at the bottom, along with the location name 'ПЯТИГОРСК'.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.195Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23419},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23420/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1949, 70th birthday of joseph stalin, 40k multicolored, souvenir sheet of four values, printed on creamy paper, size 177x222mm, original protective paper is enclosed, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $500, est. $200-$250, scott #1325"},"lotNumber":"381","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23420/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a commemorative souvenir sheet of Soviet Union postage stamps from 1949, celebrating the 70th birthday of Iosif Vissarionovich Stalin, dated December 21, 1949. The sheet features four distinct 40 kopek stamps, each depicting different aspects of Stalin's life or legacy, including a rustic building, a group of people, Stalin with another individual, and a portrait of Stalin at a desk. The stamps are printed on paper with Cyrillic script and are arranged within an ornate border on a light background.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.197Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23420},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23421/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1949, 70th birthday of joseph stalin, 40k multicolored, souvenir sheet of four values, printed on white paper, size 177x224mm, bright full og, nh, vf, c.v. $500 for a sheet on creamy paper, est. $250-$300, scott #1325 var"},"lotNumber":"382","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23421/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a commemorative souvenir sheet of Soviet Union postage stamps from 1949, celebrating the 70th birthday of Iosif Vissarionovich Stalin, dated December 21, 1949. The sheet features four distinct 40 kopek stamps, each depicting different aspects of Stalin's life or legacy, including a rustic building, a group of people, Stalin with another individual, and a portrait of Stalin at a desk. The stamps are printed on paper with Cyrillic script and are arranged within an ornate border on a light background.","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.199Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23421},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23422/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1949, 70th birthday of joseph stalin, 40k multicolored, souvenir sheet of four values, printed on white paper, size 177x218mm, 2mm wide strip of natural gum skip at left, otherwise nice and fresh, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $500 for a common sheet, est. $250-$300, scott #1325 var"},"lotNumber":"383","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23422/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a commemorative souvenir sheet of Soviet Union postage stamps from 1949, celebrating the 70th birthday of Iosif Vissarionovich Stalin, dated December 21, 1949. The sheet features four distinct 40 kopek stamps, each depicting different aspects of Stalin's life or legacy, including a rustic building, a group of people, Stalin with another individual, and a portrait of Stalin at a desk. The stamps are printed on paper with Cyrillic script and are arranged within an ornate border on a light background.","soldPrice":190,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.200Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23422},{"startPrice":250,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23423/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1949, lenin mausoleum, 1r gray black and brown red, perforated souvenir sheet of four, size 176x134mm, type i with ''25'' raised compare to ''let'', tiny natural inclusion at right margin, mentioned just for records, full og with insignificant disturbance as always exists, nh, vf, est. $300-$400, scott #1327a"},"lotNumber":"384","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23423/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This item is a commemorative souvenir sheet from the Soviet Union, issued between 1949-1950, marking the 25th anniversary of the death of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin (1924-1949). The sheet contains a block of four identical 1 ruble postage stamps, each depicting the exterior of the Lenin Mausoleum in Moscow. The stamps are printed on paper, with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and the denomination in Cyrillic script at the bottom, surrounded by a dotted border.","soldPrice":350,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.202Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23423},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23424/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1949, lenin mausoleum, 1r gray black and brown red, perforated souvenir sheet of four, size 177x133mm, type ii with ''25'' on the same level with ''let'', fresh and practically flawless (a spot of gum inflow at bottom), full og, nh, vf, est. $300-$400, scott #1327a"},"lotNumber":"385","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23424/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This item is a commemorative souvenir sheet from the Soviet Union, issued between 1949-1950, marking the 25th anniversary of the death of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin (1924-1949). The sheet contains a block of four identical 1 ruble postage stamps, each depicting the exterior of the Lenin Mausoleum in Moscow. The stamps are printed on paper, with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and the denomination in Cyrillic script at the bottom, surrounded by a dotted border.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.204Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23424},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23425/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1949, lenin mausoleum, 1r gray black and brown red, imperforated souvenir sheet of four, size 176x132mm, type i with ''25'' raised vs ''let'', fresh condition, full og, nh, vf, est. $1,200-$1,500, scott #1327a imp"},"lotNumber":"386","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23425/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This item is a commemorative souvenir sheet from the Soviet Union, issued between 1949-1950, marking the 25th anniversary of the death of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin (1924-1949). The sheet contains a block of four identical 1 ruble postage stamps, each depicting the exterior of the Lenin Mausoleum in Moscow. The stamps are printed on paper, with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and the denomination in Cyrillic script at the bottom, surrounded by a dotted border.","soldPrice":950,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.205Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23425},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23426/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1949, lenin mausoleum, 1r gray black and brown red, imperforated souvenir sheet of four, size 175x132mm, type ii with ''25'' on the same level with ''let'', nice and choice, full og, nh, vf, est. $1,200-$1,500, scott #1327a imp"},"lotNumber":"387","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23426/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This item is a commemorative souvenir sheet from the Soviet Union, issued between 1949-1950, marking the 25th anniversary of the death of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin (1924-1949). The sheet contains a block of four identical 1 ruble postage stamps, each depicting the exterior of the Lenin Mausoleum in Moscow. The stamps are printed on paper, with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and the denomination in Cyrillic script at the bottom, surrounded by a dotted border.","soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.207Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23426},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23427/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1949, lenin mausoleum, 1r gray black and brown red, imperforated souvenir sheet of four, size 175x132mm, type i with ''25'' raised vs ''let'', riga cto cancellation, full og (nh), vf, est. $1,200-$1,500, scott #1327a imp"},"lotNumber":"388","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23427/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"aiDescription":"This item is a commemorative souvenir sheet from the Soviet Union, issued between 1949-1950, marking the 25th anniversary of the death of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin (1924-1949). The sheet contains a block of four identical 1 ruble postage stamps, each depicting the exterior of the Lenin Mausoleum in Moscow. The stamps are printed on paper, with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and the denomination in Cyrillic script at the bottom, surrounded by a dotted border. There appears to be a partial cancellation mark on the upper right stamp.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:51.208Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23427},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23428/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1948-49, definitive issue, arms of 40k brownish red and 15k- 50k, complete set of six, all are large size stamps from the original printings, full og, nh, mainly vf, est. $200-$250, scott #1306, 1343-47"},"lotNumber":"389","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23428/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot features a collection of six Soviet Union postage stamps issued between 1949 and 1950. The stamps depict various subjects, including a worker with a tool (15 kopeeks, green/grey), a woman with wheat (20 kopeeks, green), an aviator (25 kopeeks, blue), a scientist/engineer (30 kopeeks, grey), the Soviet coat of arms (40 kopeeks, red), and a landmark building, possibly a Kremlin tower (50 kopeeks, blue). Each stamp is perforated and inscribed with \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of the USSR) and its denomination in Russian, reflecting common themes of labor, industry, and national symbols from the period.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.923Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23428},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23429/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1949, 150th anniversary of the birth of alexander pushkin, 25k x2 and 40k x2, souvenir sheet of four, nice and fresh, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $200, est. $75-$100, scott #1360a"},"lotNumber":"390","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23429/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a Soviet Union commemorative sheet of four postage stamps issued between 1949 and 1950, celebrating the 150th anniversary of the birth of A. S. Pushkin (1799-1949). The sheet features four identical stamps, each displaying a portrait of Alexander Pushkin, a prominent Russian poet. The stamps are denominated 25 kopeeks (blue) and 40 kopeeks (brown/red), appearing in pairs. The central block of stamps is adorned with decorative laurel branches on a light background, and the text is in Russian.","soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.933Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23429},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23430/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1949, 75th anniversary of the upu, 40k and 50k, perforated and imperforated complete sets of two used on registered cover from riga to england in 1950, all appropriate markings and blue crayon cross upon arrival, mostly vf, est. $150-$200, scott #1392-93, a"},"lotNumber":"391","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23430/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features a Soviet Union registered (Recommandé) cover, likely from 1949 or 1950, originating from Riga, Latvian SSR. The envelope is franked with five 75 kopeeks stamps depicting a stylized globe surrounded by an orbit, possibly commemorating a universal postal union or international communication. Postmarks indicate a date around November 1950. The cover is addressed in Russian script to 'Mr. Henry Nossig' in 'Ashfield Road, Thornton, Bradford, Yorks, England,' and also includes an address in Riga.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.939Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23430},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23431/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1949-50, definitive issue, aviator 25k blue and coat of arms 40k red, complete set of two, typo printing, full og, nh, mostly vf centering, scarce stamps, n. mandrovski certificate for 40k, standard cat. #1381-82, est. $1,300- $1,600"},"lotNumber":"392","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23431/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"aiDescription":"This lot contains two Soviet Union postage stamps, part of the issues from 1949-1950. The first stamp, valued at 25 kopeeks, is blue and depicts a male aviator wearing a helmet and goggles, indicative of Soviet achievements in aviation. The second stamp, valued at 40 kopeeks, is red and features the prominent Soviet Union coat of arms with the hammer and sickle over a globe, flanked by wheat sheaves, and includes the inscription \"ГОСУДАРСТВЕННЫЙ ГЕРБ И ФЛАГ\" (State Emblem and Flag). Both stamps are perforated and inscribed with \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of the USSR).","soldPrice":3250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.947Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23431},{"startPrice":900,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23432/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1950, elections to the supreme soviet f the ussr, 40k green on yellow paper, raster horizontal diamonds, full og, light trace of hinge, vf and very rare printing variety, est. $1,300-$1,600, scott #1443 var"},"lotNumber":"393","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1949-1950"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23432/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":900,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a single Soviet Union postage stamp from the 1949-1950 issues, commemorating the Supreme Soviet elections. The green-toned stamp, valued at 40 kopeeks, depicts a woman casting a ballot into a box, with a bouquet of flowers nearby. The inscription at the top reads \"12 МАРТА 1950г. ВЫБОРЫ В ВЕРХОВНЫЙ СОВЕТ СССР\" (March 12, 1950. Elections to the Supreme Soviet of the USSR), and a slogan below encourages voting for Communist and non-partisan candidates. The stamp is perforated and marked \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of the USSR).","soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.954Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23432},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23433/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23433/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1951, mongolian emblem and flag, 1r multicolored, blue color is strongly shifted to the bottom, top sheet margin block of 12 (2x6), a common block from the same sheet positions is included, stamps on position 14 (second stamp at the second row) of both blocks with broken outer frame at left, full og, nh, vf, est. $400-$500, scott #1547 var"},"lotNumber":"394","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1951-1954"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23433/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of two blocks of Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1951 and 1954, likely for use in the Mongolian People's Republic. Each block comprises twenty stamps. The stamps are denominated 1 ruble and feature a central emblem with traditional Mongolian symbols, including a soyombo symbol and a flag with a hammer and sickle, reflecting the close ties between the two nations. The inscription \"МОНГОЛЬСКАЯ НАРОДНАЯ РЕСПУБЛИКА\" (Mongolian People's Republic) and \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of the USSR) are visible in Russian and possibly Mongolian script.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.962Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23433},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23434/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1951, russian scientists, pavel n. yablochkov, 40k brown black, raster horizontal diamonds, full og, nh, vf, est. $150-$200, scott #1583 var"},"lotNumber":"395","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1951-1954"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23434/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features a single Soviet Union postage stamp issued in 1951, from the 1951-1954 series. The grey-toned stamp, valued at 40 kopeeks, depicts a portrait of \"П.Н. ЯБЛОЧКОВ - ВЫДАЮЩИЙСЯ РУССКИЙ ЭЛЕКТРОТЕХНИК\" (P.N. Yablochkov - Outstanding Russian Electrotechnician). The background includes industrial structures, possibly a factory or power plant, symbolizing his contributions to electrical engineering. The stamp is perforated and marked \"ПОЧТА СССР 1951г.\" (Post of the USSR 1951).","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.970Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23434},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23435/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1948-56, eight commemorative stamps, including victor vastnetsov and nikolay gogol in complete sets, used in 1956 on registered air mail cover from moscow to switzerland, all appropriate markings and arrival ds, vf, est. $150-$200, scott #1594-95, 1619-21"},"lotNumber":"396","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1951-1954"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23435/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot showcases a Soviet Union \"PAR AVION\" (Airmail) cover from the 1951-1954 period, addressed to \"Madame Sylvia Jaquier\" in Geneva, Switzerland. The cover is franked with a diverse assortment of Soviet postage stamps, including a skier, various commemorative stamps for N.V. Gogol (1852-1952), a state emblem stamp, a stamp depicting a stadium with a red flag, and another portrait stamp. Multiple postmarks and a Moscow R (Registered) mark are visible, indicating international mail transport.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.978Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23435},{"startPrice":250,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23436/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23436/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, coat of arms, 40k scarlet, 15-band stamp with double impression, right sheet margin unfolded block of four, full og, nh, vf and scarce multiple, a common block is added for comparison, est. $400-$500, scott #1689 var"},"lotNumber":"397","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1951-1954"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23436/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This lot includes two blocks of four Soviet Union postage stamps, forming part of the 1951-1954 issues. Each stamp is denominated 40 kopeeks and features the Soviet Union coat of arms, consistent with national symbol themes common in Soviet philately. The coat of arms, comprising a hammer and sickle over a globe encircled by wheat sheaves, with a red star at the top, is prominently displayed. These perforated stamps are identical within each block and inscribed \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of the USSR).","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.992Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23436},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23437/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1954, valery chkalov, aviation pioneer, 1r gray, violet blue and dark brown, comb perforation 12 1/2x12 instead of l12 1/2, top sheet margin block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $150-$200, scott #1693 var"},"lotNumber":"398","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1951-1954"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23437/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps issued between 1951 and 1954, commemorating the 50th anniversary of V.P. Chkalov (1904-1954), a renowned Soviet pilot. Each stamp, valued at 50 kopeeks, features a portrait of Chkalov in an aviator's coat, holding a pipe, with an industrial or urban landscape in the background. The stamps are inscribed \"ВЕЛИКИЙ ЛЕТЧИК НАШЕГО ВРЕМЕНИ В.П. ЧКАЛОВ\" (Great Pilot of Our Time V.P. Chkalov) and \"ПОЧТА СССР 1904-1954\" (Post of the USSR 1904-1954). The block is perforated.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.005Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23437},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23438/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23438/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1954, sports issue, track, 40k multicolored, double impression of black color, unfolded block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $400-$500, scott #1714 var"},"lotNumber":"399","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1951-1954"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23438/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot features a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1951-1954, specifically from 1954. The stamps depict a group of young athletes running on a track, with trees lining the path, embodying the theme of sports or physical culture. Each stamp has a face value of '40 коп.' and is inscribed with 'Почта СССР' in Cyrillic. The design includes a red border and a white margin, typical of philatelic items from this period.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.269Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23438},{"startPrice":250,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23439/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23439/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1955, konstantin a. savitsky, 40k x4 multicolored, set of two souvenir sheets with black and red marginal inscription, both with the second line of the top inscription shifted to the left (''k'' to the left of ''let''), full og, nh, vf, a common set of sheets is included for comparison, est. $300-$400, scott #1747a, b, var"},"lotNumber":"400","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23439/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of two blocks of four Soviet Union postage stamps each, issued between 1955-1957. The stamps commemorate the 50th anniversary of K.A. Savitsky's death, marked '1905-1955'. Each stamp features a portrait of a bearded man, K.A. Savitsky, and an illustration of workers engaged in railway repair, likely from his artwork, indicating a tribute to a Russian artist. The stamps are denominated '40 коп.' and bear the inscription 'Почта СССР'.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.271Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23439},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23440/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1955, moscow university, 40k multicolored, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, right sheet margin block of six (2x3), full og, nh, vf, each stamp with soviet philatelic guarantee hs on reverse, est. $140-$180, scott #1786 var"},"lotNumber":"401","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23440/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a block of six Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1955-1957. The stamps celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Moscow State University, founded in 1755, and depict the old building of the university alongside a portrait of M.V. Lomonosov, after whom the university is named. Each stamp has a face value of '40 коп.' and is inscribed 'Почта СССР'. The dominant colors are blue and white, with architectural details of the building visible.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.273Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23440},{"startPrice":1200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23441/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1955, moscow university, 1r multicolored, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, nicely centered and post office fresh, full og, nh, vf and scarce, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $1,800-$2,200, scott #1787 var"},"lotNumber":"402","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23441/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1200,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp, issued between 1955-1957, celebrating the 200th anniversary of Moscow State University (1755-1955). The stamp features a prominent image of the new university building on Lenin Hills, a tall, multi-tiered structure, under a blue sky. It includes a portrait of M.V. Lomonosov and an emblem commemorating the 200 years. The stamp has a face value of '1 руб.' and is inscribed 'Почта СССР', making it a significant philatelic item related to education and architecture.","soldPrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.274Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23441},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23442/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1956, academician alexei n. krylov, 40k gray, brown and black, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, nice and fresh quality, spotted full original gum as always exists (much better looking then usual), nh, vf and rare, n. mandrovski certificate, est. $2,000-$2,500, scott #1792 var"},"lotNumber":"403","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23442/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This lot offers a single Soviet Union postage stamp from 1955, part of the 1955-1957 issues. The stamp features a portrait of 'АКАДЕМИК А.Н. КРЫЛОВ' (Academician A.N. Krylov), dated 1863-1945, a notable figure in Soviet history. He is depicted with a prominent beard, looking to the right. The stamp has a face value of '40 K' (kopecks) and includes a stylized anchor in the lower right, possibly indicating his field of expertise or achievements. The overall design is framed by an octagonal border and includes 'ПОЧТА СССР' in Cyrillic.","soldPrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.275Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23442},{"startPrice":80,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23443/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1956, khachatur abovian, armenian writer, 40k brown black on bluish paper, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, bottom sheet margin unfolded block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $120-$150, scott #1799 var"},"lotNumber":"404","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23443/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":80,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1955-1957. The stamps commemorate Khachatur Abovian (Хачатур Абовян), 'Основоположник новой армянской литературы' (founder of new Armenian literature), marking 150 years from his birth (1805-1955). Each stamp features a portrait of a young man, presumably Abovian, framed by a laurel wreath and a scroll. The stamps are denominated '40K' and bear the inscription 'ПОЧТА СССР'.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.277Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23443},{"startPrice":75,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23444/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1956, ivan m. sechenov, russian physiologist, 40k multicolored, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, unfolded block of four, full og nh, vf, a common comb perf block is included, est. $120-$150, scott #1826 var"},"lotNumber":"405","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23444/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises two blocks of four Soviet Union postage stamps each, issued in 1956 as part of the 1955-1957 series. The stamps honor 'И.М. СЕЧЕНОВ' (I.M. Sechenov), a 'Выдающийся русский физиолог' (outstanding Russian physiologist). Each stamp features a seated portrait of Sechenov, a bearded man, and is denominated '40 K'. The inscription 'ПОЧТА СССР 1956г.' is visible, indicating the year of issue.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.278Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23444},{"startPrice":1200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23445/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1956, sergey m. kirov, soviet politician, 40k multicolored, a single with perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, full og, nh, vf and scarce, n. mandrovski certificate mentioned two places of disturbed gum, which we did not find on that stamp, est. $1,800-$2,200, scott #1832 var"},"lotNumber":"406","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23445/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1200,"aiDescription":"This lot features a pair of Soviet Union postage stamps, including one issued in 1956 as part of the 1955-1957 series, commemorating 'С.М. КИРОВ' (S.M. Kirov) on the '70 лет со дня рождения' (70th anniversary of his birth), dated 1886-1956. The stamp displays a portrait of Kirov, a significant political figure, framed by red and cream borders with a banner and draped fabric. It has a face value of '40 КОПЕЕК' and is inscribed 'ПОЧТА СССР'. The second stamp is a blank selvedge portion.","soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.280Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23445},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23446/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1956, builder's day, 1r intense blue, comb perforation 12x12 1/2 instead of l12 1/2, full og, nh, f/vf centering, est. $120-$150, scott #1857 var"},"lotNumber":"407","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23446/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a single Soviet Union postage stamp from 1956, part of the 1955-1957 issues. The stamp celebrates 'ДЕНЬ СТРОИТЕЛЯ' (Builder's Day) and depicts a large construction crane actively working on a dam with rushing water. The scene is framed by a brick wall motif. The stamp has a face value of '1 РУБЛЬ' and is inscribed 'Почта СССР 1956', highlighting an industrial or engineering theme.","soldPrice":85,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.282Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23446},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23447/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, vissarion belinsky, 40k multicolored, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, top left corner margin block of four, post office fresh quality item, full og, nh, vf and rare multiple, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $3,500-$4,000, scott #1902 var"},"lotNumber":"408","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23447/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1957 as part of the 1955-1957 series. The stamps honor 'В.Г. БЕЛИНСКИЙ' (V.G. Belinsky), described as 'ГЕНИАЛЬНЫЙ ЛИТЕРАТУРНЫЙ КРИТИК И ФИЛОСОФ' (brilliant literary critic and philosopher). Each stamp features a profile portrait of Belinsky, with various book titles visible in the background, reinforcing his literary contributions. The stamps are denominated '40 K' and bear the inscription 'ПОЧТА СССР 1957г'.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.289Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23447},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23448/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, youth festival, 10k-1r, imperforated complete set of five, most with sheet margins, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $300, est. $150-$200, scott #1913-14, 1936-37, 1940 imp"},"lotNumber":"409","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23448/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features a collection of five Soviet Union postage stamps issued between 1955 and 1957. The stamps commemorate the 'VI All-Union Festival of Youth and Students' in Moscow 1957, with various denominations including 10 kopecks, 20 kopecks, 60 kopecks, and 1 ruble. Designs include depictions of two figures, presumably youth and students, and a stylized bird, possibly a dove of peace, holding a banner with Russian script. The stamps are made of paper and are likely printed using lithography or similar methods, displaying vibrant colors and Cyrillic script.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:58.174Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23448},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23449/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23449/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, youth festival emblem, 40k multicolored, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, unfolded block of four, full og, nh, vf and scarce multiple, n. mandrovski certificate, est. $1,500-$2,000, scott #1913 var"},"lotNumber":"410","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23449/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, 40 kopecks each, from issues between 1955 and 1957. The stamps commemorate the 'VI All-Union Festival of Youth and Students' held in Moscow in 1957. Each stamp features a stylized depiction of a light brown or cream-colored dove, possibly representing peace, against a blue and yellow background, holding a circular emblem with Russian script. The stamps are made of paper, printed with an offset technique, and exhibit a perforated edge typical of postage stamps.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:58.176Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23449},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23450/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, vologda lace maker, 40k rose, orange and brown, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, full og, nh, vf, est. $120-$150, scott #1925 var"},"lotNumber":"411","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23450/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This lot is a single Soviet Union postage stamp, 40 kopecks, from issues between 1955 and 1957, celebrating 'Народные умельцы' (Folk Craftsmen/Artisans). The stamp features a central octagonal portrait of a young woman engaged in lace-making, likely referencing 'Вологодские кружевницы' (Vologda Lace Makers), set against a vibrant magenta background. Decorative white doves and floral motifs adorn the bottom half and a decorative border frames the central image. The stamp is made of paper and displays Cyrillic script.","soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:58.177Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23451/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, vologda lace maker, 40k rose, orange and brown, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, top left corner sheet margin block of four, post office fresh quality item, full og, nh, vf, est. $500-$600, scott #1925 var"},"lotNumber":"412","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23451/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, 40 kopecks each, from issues between 1955 and 1957, celebrating 'Народные умельцы' (Folk Craftsmen/Artisans). Each stamp features a central octagonal portrait of a young woman engaged in lace-making, labeled 'Вологодские кружевницы' (Vologda Lace Makers), set against a vibrant magenta background. Decorative white doves and floral motifs adorn the bottom half, with a patterned border around the central image. These paper stamps are printed with Cyrillic script and have perforated edges.","soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:58.178Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23451},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23452/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, north russian bone carver, 40k blue, yellow and brown, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, horizontal pair with neat moscow cancellation, full og (nh), vf, a common pair with comb perforation is included, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $600-$750, scott #1926 var"},"lotNumber":"413","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23452/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a strip of four Soviet Union postage stamps, 40 kopecks each, from issues between 1955 and 1957, part of a series honoring 'Народные умельцы' (Folk Craftsmen/Artisans). The stamps specifically commemorate 'Северные косторезы' (Northern Bone Carvers). Each stamp features a detailed scene of a craftsman working on intricate bone carvings, including a large vessel and a seated figure, against a blue and gold decorative background. These paper stamps are printed with Cyrillic script and have perforated edges, with some showing postmarks.","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:58.179Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23452},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23453/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, alexei n. bach, russian biochemist, 40k ultra, brown and buff, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, unfolded block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $120-$150, scott #1930 var"},"lotNumber":"414","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23453/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, 40 kopecks each, from issues between 1955 and 1957. The stamps commemorate A.N. Bach, the founder of Soviet biochemistry, with dates 1857-1957, indicating a centenary celebration. Each stamp features an oval portrait of an elderly man with a prominent white beard and mustache, framed by a laurel wreath against a blue background. These paper stamps are printed with Cyrillic script and have perforated edges.","soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:58.181Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23453},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23454/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23454/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, youth festival, 1r multicolored, three stamps - perforated comb 12x12 1/2 with ''esemirny'' variety at top inscription, perforated l12 1/2 and imperforated varieties, full og, nh, vf, est. $150-$200, scott #1940, var"},"lotNumber":"415","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23454/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises three Soviet Union postage stamps, 1 ruble each, from issues between 1955 and 1957. The stamps commemorate the 'VI All-Union Festival of Youth and Students' in Moscow 1957. Each stamp depicts the Moscow cityscape with prominent buildings and fireworks, beneath a banner featuring a stylized globe emblem with Russian script. The stamps are made of paper, printed with multiple colors, and feature Cyrillic script, with one stamp having a slightly wider margin.","soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:58.182Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23454},{"startPrice":75,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23455/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, henry fielding, 40k multicolored, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $120-$150, scott #1946 var"},"lotNumber":"416","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23455/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, 40 kopecks each, issued between 1955 and 1957. The stamps commemorate the 250th anniversary of the birth of Henry Fielding (1707-1754), a renowned English writer. Each stamp features an oval portrait of Fielding in profile, wearing a powdered wig, framed by a laurel sprig, set against a dark red background. These paper stamps are printed with Cyrillic script, clearly identifying the subject and the commemorative occasion.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:58.184Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23455},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23456/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23456/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, melbourne olympic games, boxing, 40k rose lilac and black, double impression of rose lilac frame and blurry center due to printing plate defect, full og, nh, vf and rare unrecorded error, a common stamp is included, est. $200-$250, scott #1971 var"},"lotNumber":"417","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23456/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of two Soviet Union postage stamps, 40 kopecks each, from issues between 1955 and 1957. The stamps commemorate the XVI Olympic Games held in Melbourne in 1956, specifically depicting a boxing event. Each stamp features two boxers in action within the ring, with the Olympic rings logo and 'Melbourne 1956' text to the left. The stamps are printed on paper, primarily in shades of gray and purple, and include Cyrillic script with perforated edges.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:58.185Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23456},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23457/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, falling of sikhote-alin meteorite, 40k multicolored, single comb perforation 12x12 1/2 instead of double perforation l12 1/2, unfolded block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $250-$300, scott #1995 var"},"lotNumber":"418","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23457/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, 40 kopecks each, from issues between 1955 and 1957. The stamps depict the 'Падение Сихотэ-Алинского метеорита 12.2.1947' (Fall of the Sikhote-Alin Meteorite on 12.2.1947). Each stamp illustrates the dramatic descent of the meteorite over a landscape featuring houses and trees, with a fiery trail illuminating the sky. These paper stamps, dated 1957, are printed in multiple colors, primarily blues and oranges, and feature Cyrillic script describing the event, with perforated edges.","soldPrice":240,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:58.186Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23457},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23458/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, 40th anniversary of the october revolution, 40k x2 and 60k, complete set of three with perforation l12 1/2, common stamps were issued with comb perforation, full og, nh, vf and guaranteed genuine, est. $150-$200, scott #2000-02 var"},"lotNumber":"419","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23458/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features three Soviet Union postage stamps from 1955-1957, commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the Great October Socialist Revolution. The stamps are of the philatelic type, printed on paper, and feature Cyrillic script. One stamp shows a worker with '1957' and 'СССР 40k', another depicts Lenin addressing a crowd with '40 ЛЕТ ВЕЛИКОГО ОКТЯБРЯ' and 'ПОЧТА 40 CCCP', and the third shows an industrial landscape with '1957' and 'СССР 60k'.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.468Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23458},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23459/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1957, maria n. yermolova, great russian actress, 40k red brown and bright violet, comb perforation 12 1/2x12 instead of l12 1/2, bottom sheet margin block of four, full og, nh, f/vf centering, est. $120-$150, scott #2026 var"},"lotNumber":"420","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1955-1957"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23459/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps from 1957, featuring portraits of M.N. Ermolova, a distinguished Russian actress. These philatelic items are made of paper and are inscribed with Cyrillic text. Each stamp displays a solemn portrait of the actress in formal attire, framed by a purple curtain and a decorative border, with 'ПОЧТА СССР' and '40 КОП.' clearly visible.","soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.521Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23459},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23460/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, chi pai-shih, chinese painter, 40k deep violet, and maxim gorky, russian writer, 40k multicolored, two stamps with perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, full og, nh, vf, est. $150-$200, scott #2029, 2048 var"},"lotNumber":"421","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23460/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot presents two Soviet Union postage stamps from 1958, honoring notable cultural figures. The first stamp, in purple, depicts Qi Baishi, a renowned Chinese artist, with his name in Cyrillic and dates '1860 * 1957'. The second stamp, in muted tones, features a portrait of Maxim Gorky, a prominent Russian writer, with his name and dates '1868-1936' in Cyrillic. Both are philatelic items made of paper with Cyrillic script.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.524Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23460},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23461/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, all-union industrial exhibition, 60k gray violet, red and black, right sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, no gum as produced, nh, vf and scarce, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $1,300-$1,600, scott #2030 imp"},"lotNumber":"422","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23461/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a pair of Soviet Union postage stamps issued in 1958, commemorating the All-Union Industrial Exhibition of 1957. These philatelic stamps, made of paper, are designed with a bold industrial theme in red and light blue. Each stamp features a red flag with 'СССР' waving over a gear and factory silhouettes, with '60 КОП.' and 'ВСЕСОЮЗНАЯ ПРОМЫШЛЕННАЯ ВЫСТАВКА 1957г.' in Cyrillic script.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.526Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23461},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23462/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, alexei tolstoy, 40k olive brown, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, right sheet margin block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $120-$150, scott #2031 var"},"lotNumber":"423","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23462/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps from 1958, dedicated to A.N. Tolstoy, a distinguished Soviet writer. These philatelic items are printed on paper and feature a sepia-toned portrait of the author. Each stamp shows Tolstoy in profile against a background depicting a scene with a horse-drawn carriage and open books, with 'ПОЧТА СССР 1958' and 'А.Н. ТОЛСТОЙ ВЫДАЮЩИЙСЯ РУССКИЙ СОВЕТСКИЙ ПИСАТЕЛЬ' in Cyrillic.","soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.529Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23462},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23463/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, 13th congress of the youth communist league, 60k rose red, comb perforation 12 1/2x12 instead of l12 1/2, full og, nh, vf, est. $300-$350, scott #2050 var"},"lotNumber":"424","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23463/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot features a single Soviet Union postage stamp from 1958, commemorating the XIII Congress of the Komsomol. This philatelic item, printed on paper, displays a strong red and white design. The stamp shows the Spasskaya Tower of the Moscow Kremlin with a radiating starburst background, alongside a banner with the Komsomol emblem and the text 'XIII СЪЕЗД ВЛКСМ 1958'. It also bears '60 КОП. ПОЧТА СССР' in Cyrillic.","soldPrice":210,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.531Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23463},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23464/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, radio day, 40k blue green and red, top sheet margin single with perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, in addition the stamp representing genuine double perforation on the selvage, full og, nh (lh on margin only), vf and very rare, n. mandrovski certificate, this stamp was sold in our auction #63 (2014) for $3,750 plus appropriate commission, est. $3,000-$3,500, scott #2063 var"},"lotNumber":"425","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23464/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a single Soviet Union postage stamp from 1958, commemorating Radio Day on May 7th. This philatelic item, made of paper, features a light blue and grey color scheme with red accents. The design includes a broadcasting tower, radio waves, a megaphone, airplanes, and a ship, with 'ДЕНЬ РАДИО 7 МАЯ 1958г.' prominently displayed in Cyrillic, along with 'ПОЧТА СССР 40 КОП.'.","soldPrice":3250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.533Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23464},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23465/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23465/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, congress of international democratic women's federation (f.d.i.f.), 60k ultra and black, text in black is printed twice, horizontal pair, full og, nh, vf, est. $150- $200, scott #2065 var"},"lotNumber":"426","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23465/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a pair of Soviet Union postage stamps from 1958, issued for the IV International Congress of the Democratic Women's Federation. These philatelic stamps, printed on paper, feature a striking blue and white design. Each stamp depicts a white dove of peace hovering over a globe marked 'F.D.I.F.', surrounded by text in Cyrillic, English, and Arabic, indicating 'IV CONGRESS, June 1958' and '60 КОПЕЕК СССР ПОЧТА'.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.537Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23465},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23466/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, ilya chavchavadze, georgian writer, 40k dark blue and brownish black, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, nice and fresh, full og, nh, vf and very rare unlisted perf variety, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $2,500-$3,000, scott #2066 var"},"lotNumber":"427","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23466/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a single Soviet Union postage stamp from 1958, honoring a distinguished Georgian writer. This philatelic item, printed on paper, features a portrait of a moustached man in a suit within an ornate blue and white frame. The stamp prominently displays 'ВЫДАЮЩИЙСЯ ГРУЗИНСКИЙ ПИСАТЕЛЬ' at the top, and 'ПОЧТА СССР 40 КОП.' at the bottom, all in Cyrillic script, with Georgian script on a banner below the portrait.","soldPrice":2400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.539Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23466},{"startPrice":1200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23467/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, aurora borealis, 40k blue and yellow, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, nicely centered, full og, nh, vf and scarce, v. liapine certificate, est. $1,800 -$2,200, scott #2089 var"},"lotNumber":"428","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23467/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1200,"aiDescription":"This lot features a single Soviet Union postage stamp from 1958, dedicated to the International Geophysical Year (1957-1958) and the study of polar auroras. This philatelic item, printed on paper, exhibits a light blue and yellow color palette. The stamp depicts a scientific camera on a tripod, labeled 'Фотокамера C-180', against a backdrop of the aurora borealis, with 'МЕЖДУНАРОДНЫЙ ГЕОФИЗИЧЕСКИЙ ГОД 1957-1958' and 'ИЗУЧЕНИЕ ПОЛЯРНЫХ СИЯНИЙ' in Cyrillic, along with 'ПОЧТА СССР 40 КОП.'.","soldPrice":1300,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.777Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23467},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23468/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, international astronomical congress, crimea observatory, 40k brown and greenish blue, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, left sheet margin unfolded block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $200-$250, scott #2092 var"},"lotNumber":"429","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23468/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot features a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps issued in 1958. Each stamp depicts the Crimean Astrophysical Observatory's solar telescope tower, rendered in shades of blue and brown on a white background. The stamps commemorate the International Astronomical Union Congress in Moscow, 1958, with inscriptions in Cyrillic. They are classic philatelic items from the mid-20th century, perfect for collectors interested in Soviet-era science and astronomy themes.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.237Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23468},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23469/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, international astronomical congress, moscow university, 60k light blue, violet and yellow, ''uau'' variety at the top right, full og, nh, vf, est. $400-$500, scott #2093 var"},"lotNumber":"430","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23469/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp from 1958, issued to commemorate the International Astronomical Union Congress. The stamp features a dark blue background with a gold illustration of a prominent Moscow building, likely Lomonosov Moscow State University, beneath a starry sky. Inscriptions are in Cyrillic, with 'Москва 1958 Г.' (Moscow 1958) clearly visible, and a denomination of '60 коп.' (60 kopecks). The stamp has a classic perforated edge and a rounded arch motif at the top.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.239Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23469},{"startPrice":75,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23470/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, centenary of the first russian postage stamp, postilion, 10k multicolored, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, unfolded block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $100-$140, scott #2095 var"},"lotNumber":"431","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23470/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps from 1958, commemorating the 400th anniversary of Russian mail. The stamps depict a 16th-century mounted postal courier (гонeц XVI век) in traditional attire, riding past wooden buildings, with the year '1958' prominently displayed. The design is in warm tones of brown, orange, and green, with Cyrillic text including 'ИСТОРИЯ ПОЧТЫ' (History of Mail) and a '10 КОП.' (10 kopecks) denomination. This philatelic item is notable for its historical theme and repetitive pattern.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.268Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23470},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23471/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, centenary of the first russian postage stamp, 10k-1r, complete set of 12 on the first day air mail cover to switzerland, tied by ''19.8.58'' special date stamp, fresh and vf, res $150-$200, scott #2095-106"},"lotNumber":"432","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23471/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a historical Soviet Union postal cover from 1958, adorned with numerous commemorative stamps. The envelope, addressed to 'Madame Jacquin Sylvie Combes' in 'Peseux (Ne) Suisse-Швейцарск', bears various stamps from the 1958 'History of Russian Post' series, featuring themes such as early postal couriers, steam trains, airplanes, and significant buildings. Several stamps are cancelled with 'Москва 19 8 58' (Moscow August 19, 1958) postmarks, and an 'AVIA PAR AVION' (Airmail) sticker is also present. This item is a valuable example of mid-20th-century Soviet philately and postal history.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.273Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23471},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23472/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, 8th mendeleyev congress, blue or red overprints on butlerov (1951) and mendeleyev (1957) stamps of 40k, unissued complete set of two due to postponing the congress to 1959, full og, nh, vf, standard cat. #1542, 1881 footnotes, est. $1,200-$1,500"},"lotNumber":"433","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23472/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This lot contains two Soviet Union postage stamps commemorating prominent Russian chemists. The stamp on the left, issued in 1951, features a portrait of A.M. Butlerov (А.М. БУТЛЕРОВ), highlighting his role as the creator of the theory of organic compound structure. The stamp on the right, dated 1957, depicts D.I. Mendeleev (Д.И. МЕНДЕЛЕЕВ), acknowledging him as a great Russian scientist, with his birth and death years (1834-1907) visible. Both stamps are in Cyrillic, with denominations of 40 kopecks, and were likely re-issued or part of a series for the 'VIII Менделеевский Съезд' (VIII Mendeleev Congress) in 1958.","soldPrice":1700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.275Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23472},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23473/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, zaporozhstal foundry works, 40k brown red and yellow, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, insignificant light blue offset spot on the face, fresh colors and nice quality otherwise, full og, nh, vf, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $1,000-$1,200, scott #2117 var"},"lotNumber":"434","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23473/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp from 1958, celebrating the Zaporozhstal Metallurgical Plant (ЗАПОРОЖСТАЛЬ). The stamp features an oval vignette depicting an industrial landscape with factory buildings, smokestacks, and smelting operations, all rendered in shades of brown and gold. It commemorates the plant's founding in 1933 and its 25th anniversary in 1958, with Cyrillic inscriptions like 'ПЕРВЕНЦЫ СОВЕТСКОЙ ИНДУСТРИИ' (Pioneers of Soviet Industry) and '40 коп. Почта СССР' (40 kopecks USSR Post). This stamp represents Soviet industrial achievement.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.276Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23473},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23474/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23474/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, zaporozhstal foundry works, 40k brown red and yellow, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, brown ink is significantly cracked, still full og, nh, f/vf appearance of this rare perf variety, n. mandrovski certificate not mentioned defects, est. $600-$750, scott #2117 var"},"lotNumber":"435","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23474/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp issued in 1958, commemorating the Zaporozhstal Metallurgical Plant (ЗАПОРОЖСТАЛЬ). The stamp depicts an industrial scene within an oval frame, showcasing factory buildings, chimneys, and industrial processes in a brown and gold color palette. Inscriptions are in Cyrillic, celebrating the 'Pioneers of Soviet Industry' and marking the years 1933 and 1958. This stamp, with a 40 kopeck denomination, is a philatelic representation of Soviet industrial power and economic development.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.278Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23474},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23475/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, ural machine building plant, 40k blue, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, top sheet margin single, full og, nh, vf, est. $200-$250, scott #2118 var"},"lotNumber":"436","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23475/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot features a Soviet Union postage stamp from 1958, celebrating the Uralmash Machine-Building Plant (УРАЛМАШЗАВОД). The stamp, in a striking blue and white color scheme, depicts a large industrial excavator or mining machine in the foreground, with factory buildings and smokestacks in the background, all framed within an oval. Inscriptions in Cyrillic state 'ПЕРВЕНЦЫ СОВЕТСКОЙ ИНДУСТРИИ' (Pioneers of Soviet Industry) and mark the years 1933-1958. With a denomination of 40 kopecks, this philatelic item symbolizes Soviet heavy industry and engineering achievements, and appears to be part of a larger sheet with a blank selvedge at the top.","soldPrice":210,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.285Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23475},{"startPrice":250,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23476/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, voroshilovgrad locomotive plant, 40k brown and buff, unissued stamp due to city name changed from voroshilovgrad to lugansk at that time, full og, nh, vf, est. $300-$350, scott #2116-18 var"},"lotNumber":"437","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23476/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp issued in 1958, commemorating the Voroshilovgrad Locomotive Building Plant (ВОРОШИЛОВГРАДСКИЙ ТЕПЛОВОЗОСТРОИТЕЛЬНЫЙ ЗАВОД). The stamp's central oval vignette, rendered in sepia tones, illustrates modern diesel locomotives set against a backdrop of industrial buildings and landscapes. Inscriptions in Cyrillic highlight the plant as one of the 'Pioneers of Soviet Industry' and mark its founding in 1933 and the 1958 anniversary. This 40 kopeck stamp reflects Soviet industrial might and the development of its railway transport sector.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.289Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23476},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23477/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, voroshilovgrad locomotive plant, 40k brown and buff, unissued stamp due to city name changed from voroshilovgrad to lugansk at that time, right sheet margin unfolded block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $1,300-$1,500, scott #2116-18 var"},"lotNumber":"438","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23477/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps from 1958, dedicated to the Voroshilovgrad Locomotive Building Plant (ВОРОШИЛОВГРАДСКИЙ ТЕПЛОВОЗОСТРОИТЕЛЬНЫЙ ЗАВОД). Each stamp displays an identical design in brown and sepia tones, featuring two diesel locomotives with industrial buildings in the background. The Cyrillic text on each stamp identifies the plant as a 'Pioneer of Soviet Industry' and indicates the years 1933-1958, commemorating its 25th anniversary. These 40 kopeck stamps collectively illustrate Soviet industrial achievements in locomotive manufacturing during the mid-20th century.","soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.293Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23477},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23478/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, 40th anniversary of the youth communist league, 60k multicolored, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, full og with minor black offset, nh, vf, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $500-$600, scott #2139 var"},"lotNumber":"439","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23478/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp issued in 1958, celebrating the 40th anniversary of Komsomol, the All-Union Leninist Young Communist League (1918-1958). The stamp features a young Komsomol worker, likely a construction worker, holding a trowel and smiling, with a cityscape under construction in the background. A large red banner adorned with Komsomol badges and the dates 1918-1958 is prominent. The stamp is in Russian, with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and '60 коп.' (60 kopecks) visible.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.385Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23478},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23479/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, georgi (sergo) ordzhonikidze, 40k multicolored, a single with omitted yellow, brown and green colors, full og, nh, vf and scarce, a common stamp is included, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $150-$200, scott #2145 var"},"lotNumber":"440","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23479/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of two Soviet Union postage stamps issued in 1958, commemorating Sergo Ordzhonikidze. The stamps feature a portrait of Sergo Ordzhonikidze, a prominent figure in the Communist Party and Soviet State, in an oval frame. The text above the portrait is in Russian, indicating his title, and his name is written in both Russian and Georgian scripts below the portrait. Both stamps are marked with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and '40 коп.' (40 kopecks) and are identical in design, with one appearing slightly greener in tone for the portrait.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.521Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23479},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23480/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, civil aviation, jet liner tu-104, (40k) multicolored with omitted black and red colors, nice quality item, full og, nh, vf and rare, only 100 stamps (one sheet) were printed, raritan stamps guarantee (2008), est. $2,500- $3,000, scott #2148 var"},"lotNumber":"441","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23480/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp issued in 1958, featuring a modern airplane soaring against a backdrop of a globe. The design is minimalist, rendered in shades of blue and white, emphasizing technological advancement and global reach. The airplane is depicted in profile, moving from left to right, with a stylized representation of the Earth behind it. The stamp likely celebrates Soviet aviation or space achievements of the period.","soldPrice":1700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.523Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23480},{"startPrice":7500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23481/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23481/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, centenary of the city of khabarovsk, 40k dark blue, orange brown and black brown, raster (square) printing, perforation l12 1/4, unissued stamp presumably because of unclear view of the yerofey khabarov monument, mounted on heavy duty goznak embossed cardboard, stamp design size 27x27mm, card size 119x92mm, nice and fresh items, vf and extremely rare, one of three recorded, v. zagorsky certificate, est. $15,000- $20,000"},"lotNumber":"442","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23481/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":7500,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1958, commemorating the city of Khabarovsk. The stamp depicts a panoramic view of a city square with buildings and a prominent monument or statue, likely a depiction of E. Khabarov. The text on the stamp is in Russian, indicating '100 лет ХАБАРОВСКА' (100 Years of Khabarovsk) and 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) with a '40 коп.' (40 kopecks) denomination. The stamp is presented on a larger, plain backing paper, possibly from an album page.","soldPrice":8000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.524Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23481},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23482/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, definitive issue, coat of arms 40k red, intaglio (raster) printing, top right corner sheet margin block of four, centered to the left, full og, nh, standard cat. #2183, est. $120-$150"},"lotNumber":"443","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23482/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This lot features a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1958. Each stamp displays the national emblem of the Soviet Union: a hammer and sickle superimposed on a globe, framed by ears of wheat and a rising sun, all topped by a star. The stamps are primarily red and white, with text in Russian including 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and '40 копеек' (40 kopecks). The block is perforated and shows partial perforations on the right and top edges, suggesting it was part of a larger sheet.","soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.528Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23482},{"startPrice":1200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23483/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1958, definitive issue, coat of arms 40k red, intaglio (raster) printing, complete sheet of 100 (10x10), control markings at top and bottom, two stamps have tiny natural inclusion, fresh condition, full og, nh, vf, standard cat. #2183, est. $1,800- $2,200"},"lotNumber":"444","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1958"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23483/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1200,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a full sheet of Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1958, featuring the national emblem. Each stamp depicts the Soviet Union's hammer and sickle emblem against a red background, surrounded by wheat sheaves, a rising sun, and a star, with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and '40 копеек' (40 kopecks) in Russian. The sheet is primarily red and white and displays a grid of perforations, indicating a significant quantity of identical stamps from the same issue. A handwritten '1389' is visible at the bottom of the sheet.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.529Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23483},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23484/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1959, shalom aleichem, yiddish writer, 40k red brown, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, full og, nh, vf, est. $120-$150, scott #2164 var"},"lotNumber":"445","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1959"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23484/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp issued in 1959, commemorating the centenary of the birth of Sholem Aleichem, a prominent Yiddish author (1859-1959). The sepia-toned stamp features a profile portrait of Sholem Aleichem, looking to the right. His name, 'ШОЛОМ АЛЕЙХЕМ', is written in Russian below the portrait, along with 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and a '40к.' (40 kopecks) denomination. The dates '1859' and '1959' frame the top of the portrait.","soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.531Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23484},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23485/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1959, charles darwin, 40k blue and brown, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, excellent centering and post office fresh, full og, nh, vf, n. mandrovski certificate, est. $900-$1,200, scott #2166 var"},"lotNumber":"446","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1959"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23485/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp issued in 1959, commemorating Charles Darwin. The stamp features a portrait of Charles Darwin in an oval frame, surrounded by a decorative blue border with leafy accents. His name, 'ЧАРЛЗ ДАРВИН', is inscribed in Russian below the portrait, along with his birth and death years '1809-1882'. The stamp also includes 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) and '40 коп.' (40 kopecks) in Russian script, with the year '1959' at the top right corner.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.533Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23485},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23486/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1959, victory of the soviet basketball team, red overprint on basketball stamp of 1954 1r brown red, brown and black, ''ch'' under ''k'' variety of overprint (position 32 in a part of print run), full og, nh, vf, est. $400-$500, scott #2170 var"},"lotNumber":"447","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1959"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23486/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp issued in 1959, celebrating the 1954 victory of the USSR basketball team in Chile. The stamp depicts an action-packed scene of a basketball game, with players mid-air under a hoop, spectators in the background. The text, in Russian, states 'Победа 1954г. баскетбольной команды СССР. Чили 1959 г.' (Victory of 1954, USSR basketball team, Chile 1959). The stamp is denominated at '1 РУБ.' (1 ruble) and marked 'Почта СССР' (POST USSR).","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.534Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23486},{"startPrice":75,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23487/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1959, frederic joliot-curie, 40k green and brown on tan paper with small frame of 20.7x31.4mm and small portrait, full og, nh, vf, a common stamp with large frame and large portrait is included, est. $120-$150, scott #2171 var"},"lotNumber":"448","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1959"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23487/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises two Soviet Union postage stamps issued in 1959, commemorating Frédéric Joliot-Curie. Each stamp features a half-profile portrait of Frédéric Joliot-Curie, a French physicist, with his name 'ФРЕДЕРИК ЖОЛИО-КЮРИ' in Russian below the portrait. The dates '1900-1958' are also present, indicating his lifespan. Both stamps are marked 'СССР ПОЧТА' (USSR POST) and '40 коп' (40 kopecks) and feature a blue border, with the two stamps appearing identical in design and coloring.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.537Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23487},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23488/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23488/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1959, 200th anniversary of the birth of robert burns, red overprint ''1759 1959'' on 40k light ultra and brown, bottom right corner sheet margin block of four, top left stamp with spaced ''175 9'' variety (position 19 in a part of print run), full og, nh, vf, est. $120-$150, scott #2174, var"},"lotNumber":"449","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1959"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23488/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This is a block of four unused Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1959. Each stamp features a portrait of Robert Burns, a Scottish poet, with the years 1759 and 1959 indicating his birth year and the centennial commemoration. The design includes decorative borders and Cyrillic text, reading \"Robert Burns, Great National Poet of Scotland\" and \"Mail USSR 40 kop\". The stamps are made of paper and are perforated, with a predominantly blue and white color scheme for the portrait area against a plain background.","soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.909Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23488},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23489/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23489/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1959, aleksandr popov, radio pioneer, 40k black, orange brown and blue, double impression of orange brown color, full og, nh, vf and scarce unrecorded variety, est. $140-$180, scott #2179 var"},"lotNumber":"450","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1959"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23489/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp issued in 1959, commemorating the 100th anniversary of A.S. Popov's birth. The stamp is a philatelic item, made of paper, and features a dual-panel design. The left panel shows a sepia-toned portrait of A.S. Popov with the dates 1859-1959 and Cyrillic text indicating \"100 years since the birth of A.S. Popov\" and \"Mail.\" The larger right panel depicts a historical scene with several figures on an ice floe, one waving, with a ship in the background emitting radio waves, against a blue and white icy seascape. The stamp is denominated 40 kopeks and bears the inscription \"CCCP\" (USSR).","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.911Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23489},{"startPrice":350,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23490/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1959, sulhan s. orbeliani, georgian writer, 40k pale red and black, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, full og, very light trace of hinge, vf and scarce, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $500-$600, scott #2190 var"},"lotNumber":"451","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1959"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23490/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":350,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1959, commemorating Sulkhan-Saba Orbeliani, a Georgian writer. The philatelic item is made of paper and features a bust portrait of a man with a long beard and traditional headwear, rendered in a grayscale palette with a red and white accent border at the top and left. The stamp includes Cyrillic and Georgian script identifying the figure and the denomination of \"40k\". Below the portrait, an open book and a quill are depicted, symbolizing his literary contributions.","soldPrice":475,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.912Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23490},{"startPrice":6000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23491/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1959, 250th anniversary of the poltava battle, 40k red brown and violet gray, left sheet margin unissued stamp due to political reasons (the stamp expected to be issued on time of soviet leader nikita khrushchev's visit to sweden), nice and flawless quality, full og, nh, vf and very rare, standard cat. #2254 fn, expertized by caffaz with his pencil signatures on margin and on reverse, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $7,500-$10,000"},"lotNumber":"452","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1959"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23491/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":6000,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1959, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the historic Poltava Victory of 1709. The stamp is a philatelic item made of paper, with a wide, landscape orientation design. The central image is a monochromatic illustration depicting a historical battle scene with soldiers and cavalry, capturing a moment of triumph. Red banners with \"250 лет\" (250 years) and \"1709\" frame the upper part of the image, while Cyrillic text at the top reads \"Исторической Полтавской Победы\" (Historical Poltava Victory). The stamp's denomination of \"40 коп.\" and \"1959 СССР\" are clearly visible at the bottom, all against a red and gray color scheme.","soldPrice":7500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.914Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23491},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23492/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1960, 15th anniversary of the liberation of north korea, 40k multicolored, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, full og, nh, vf, v. liapine certificate, est. $500- $600, scott #2407 var"},"lotNumber":"453","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23492/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp, issued between 1960 and 1966, celebrating the 15th anniversary of the liberation of Korea by the Soviet Army (1945-1960). The philatelic item is made of paper and features a dynamic visual narrative. The central image depicts a winged horse (Pegasus) carrying a figure, likely symbolic of liberation, against the backdrop of a red flag with a white star and industrial structures. The color palette is vibrant with red, blue, and white dominating, and the stamp is inscribed with Cyrillic text detailing the commemoration, \"15 лет со дня освобождения Кореи Советской Армией 1945-1960.\" The denomination is 40 kopeks, along with \"Почта СССР\" (Mail USSR).","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.915Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23492},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23493/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1960, iris, perforated proof of 60k multicolored, reduced format stamp, perfect quality, full og, nh, vf and rare, an issued stamp is enclosed for comparison, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $2,500-$3,000, scott #2413"},"lotNumber":"454","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23493/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"aiDescription":"This lot contains two Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1960 and 1966, featuring the Iris Kaempferi. Both philatelic items are made of paper and depict a single purple iris flower on a green stem against a light yellow background, with a hint of a landscape at the bottom. The stamps bear the inscription \"Почта СССР\" (Mail USSR), \"Флора Дальнего Востока\" (Flora of the Far East), and \"Ирис Кемпфера Iris Kaempferi Sieb.\", with a denomination of 6 kopeks. One stamp is a single, while the other appears to be part of a block with a blank margin, both perforated.","soldPrice":2100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.916Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23493},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23494/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1960, uzbek national costumes, 60k multicolored, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 11 1/2, nice and fresh, full og, nh, vf, v. liapine certificate, est. $600-$750, scott #2417 var"},"lotNumber":"455","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23494/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1960, dedicated to Uzbek national costumes. The philatelic item is made of paper and features an illustration of four figures in traditional Uzbek attire, engaging in activities such as dancing, holding a lamb, and playing a tambourine. The background is a plain light gray, with decorative purple elements and Cyrillic text on the upper right identifying the subject as \"Узбекские Народные Костюмы\" (Uzbek National Costumes). The stamp's denomination is 60 kopeks, and it is marked \"1960 Почта СССР\" (1960 Mail USSR).","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.918Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23494},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23495/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1960, siberian tiger, multicolored test stamp with no value indicated, bottom left corner sheet margin block of four with ''17.v.60'' date on margin, full og, nh, vf, est. $200-$250"},"lotNumber":"456","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23495/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This is a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1960, featuring a Siberian tiger. The philatelic items are made of paper and each individual stamp depicts a walking tiger in its natural habitat, with green and blue foliage in the background. The stamps are inscribed with \"Почта СССР\" (Mail USSR) at the top, and while the denomination is not explicitly visible on these particular images, a date '17.V.60' is present in the margin of the block. The block is perforated, and the design highlights the tiger's distinctive stripes against a soft, naturalistic backdrop.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.920Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23495},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23496/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1961, 40th anniversary of the state electrification plan, 10k black and red orange, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, nicely centered and post office fresh, full og, nh, vf, est. $500-$600, scott #2428 var"},"lotNumber":"457","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23496/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1961, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the GOELRO plan (1920-1960), Lenin's plan for the electrification of Russia. The philatelic item is made of paper and features a portrait of Vladimir Lenin gesturing towards a map of the USSR. In the background, modern industrial infrastructure like power lines and factories are depicted, symbolizing electrification. The color scheme is predominantly orange and black with white details. Cyrillic text at the top reads \"40 лет Ленинского плана ГОЭЛРО 1920-1960\" (40 years of Lenin's GOELRO plan), and the stamp is marked \"1961 Почта СССР\" (1961 Mail USSR) with a denomination of 10 kopeks.","soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.921Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23496},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23497/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1961, andrei rublev, russian icon painter, 4k multicolored, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2x12, nicely centered, full og, nh, vf, n. mandrovski certificate, est. $500-$600, scott #2453 var"},"lotNumber":"458","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23497/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1961, commemorating Andrei Rublev, a great Russian artist of the 14th century. The philatelic item is made of paper and features a depiction of Rublev, identifiable by his monastic attire and long beard, holding a paintbrush and a palette. The dates 1360-1960 are prominently displayed, indicating a commemoration. The stamp is inscribed with Cyrillic text \"Андрей Рублев\" and \"Великий русский художник XIV века\" (Great Russian artist of the 14th century). The color palette is muted with blues, browns, and beige, and the stamp bears the denomination of 4 kopeks and the inscription \"Почта СССР 1961\" (Mail USSR 1961).","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:49:59.922Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23497},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23498/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23498/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1961, african conference against colonialism, 6k light blue, purple and orange, complete sheet of 20, double paper variety on the stamp at bottom right corner, full og, nh, vf, est. $150-$200, scott #2461, var"},"lotNumber":"459","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23498/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This is a sheet of twenty (5x4) Soviet postage stamps from the period 1960-1966. Each stamp features the same design: a stylized globe with a missile and a dove, symbolizing peace and disarmament. The background is light blue, and the text, in Cyrillic script, is primarily white and purple. The year '1961' is visible on each stamp, and they are arranged on a white background with perforations.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.350Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23498},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23499/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1961, 91st anniversary of the birth of vladimir lenin, 4k carmine, salmon and black, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, nice and fresh, full og, nh, vf, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $600-$750, scott #2466 var"},"lotNumber":"460","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23499/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet postage stamp from the period 1960-1966. The stamp features a portrait of V.I. Lenin, depicted with a mustache and goatee, wearing a dark suit and tie, against an orange and red background. The dates '1870' and '1961' are inscribed on the stamp. The denomination '4K' (4 kopecks) is visible, along with 'CCCP' and 'ПОЧТА' in Cyrillic script. The stamp has perforations along its edges.","soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.521Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23499},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23500/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1962, 50th anniversary of newspaper ''pravda'', lenin sculpture, soldier and sailor with background of ''pravda'', 4k multicolored, bottom sheet margin single with perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, full og, nh, vf, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $600-$750, scott #2591 var"},"lotNumber":"461","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23500/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet postage stamp issued between 1960-1966, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pravda. The design features a background of newspaper print, with a prominent yellow silhouette of V.I. Lenin pointing, and in the foreground, two figures in red, one holding a torch or banner. The text 'ПРАВДА' (Pravda) is visible at the top, along with '50 лет' (50 years) and the year '1962'. The stamp has a '4 коп.' (4 kopecks) denomination and 'CCCP' in Cyrillic.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.523Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23501/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1962, alekper sabir, azerbaijani poet and satirist, 4k buff, black brown and blue, re-called stamp with error top inscription ''azerbaijanyn'' instead of ''azerbaijan'', full og, nh, vf and scarce, n. mandrovski certificate, est. $1,500-$2,000, scott #2626 var"},"lotNumber":"462","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23501/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This Soviet postage stamp, from the 1960-1966 period, commemorates the Azerbaijani poet Sabir. The stamp features a black and white portrait of Sabir, with a beard and a textured cap, set within an ornate, framed border with blue floral motifs. The dates '1862' and '1962' are prominently displayed. Text in both Azerbaijani and Russian Cyrillic identifies the subject as the 'Azerbaijani Poet Sabir'. The stamp has a '4 коп.' (4 kopecks) denomination and 'ПОЧТА СССР' (USSR Post).","soldPrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.525Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23501},{"startPrice":750,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23502/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1962, alekper sabir, azerbaijani poet and satirist, 4k buff, black brown and blue, re-called stamp with error top inscription ''azerbaijanyn'' instead of ''azerbaijan'', tied on a piece with first day naujoji akmene, lithuanian ssr ''16.07.62'' cancellation, fresh, vf and extremely rare item, d. wassmann certificate, est. $1,500-$2,500, scott #2626 var"},"lotNumber":"463","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23502/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This item consists of a Soviet postage stamp from 1960-1966, mounted on a piece of light brown paper and bearing a circular postmark. The stamp itself is identical to item 23501, featuring a black and white portrait of Azerbaijani poet Sabir within an ornate blue and orange frame, with dates '1862' and '1962' and text in Azerbaijani and Russian Cyrillic. The stamp has a '4 коп.' (4 kopecks) denomination. The circular postmark, in blue ink, obscures part of the stamp and displays the number '16076210' and Cyrillic text, indicating it has been used.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.526Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23502},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23503/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1962, agriculture worker and produces, 4k black, light blue and green, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, perfect quality item, full og, nh, vf and scarce, n. mandrovski certificate, est. $600-$750, scott #2650 var"},"lotNumber":"464","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23503/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This Soviet postage stamp, dating from 1960-1966, features an agricultural theme against a green background. The central image is a stylized, white outline of a woman in an apron, standing next to a large sheaf of wheat. To her right, there are two geese and a pig. Text in Cyrillic script along the left edge includes 'ПОЧТА СССР 1962' and '4K', indicating a 4 kopeck denomination and the year of issue. The top left corner also contains Cyrillic text, possibly relating to human welfare ('Для блага человека').","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.529Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23503},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23504/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1962, soviet union chess championships, 4k orange yellow and black, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12 1/2, perfectly centered with bold colors and intact perforation, full og, nh, vf and very rare, n. mandrovski certificate, est. $1,500-$2,000, scott #2676 var"},"lotNumber":"465","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23504/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This Soviet postage stamp, issued in 1962, commemorates the XXX Chess Championship held in Yerevan. The design features bold, graphic representations of three chess pieces: a black rook, a black king, and a white knight, set against a two-tone golden-yellow and white checkered background. Cyrillic text around the border indicates 'ПО ШАХМАТАМ' (On Chess), 'ПЕРВЕНСТВО СССР' (USSR Championship), and 'ЕРЕВАН 21-XI-20-XII', along with the '1962' year and '4K' denomination. The stamp has perforated edges.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.531Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23504},{"startPrice":750,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23505/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23505/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1964, conquest of space, 10k x6 multi, souvenir sheet of six on ordinary paper, light blue color (text at right - ''1964. pochta ussr'') with clear double impression, full og, nh, vf and rare unrecorded error, a common sheet is included for comparison, est. $1,000-$1,200, scott #2930 var"},"lotNumber":"466","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23505/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This lot contains two identical Soviet postage stamp blocks, or souvenir sheets, from the 1960-1966 period, celebrating Soviet space achievements. Each block features a central design depicting Earth, the Moon, Sputnik-like satellites, rockets, and various celestial bodies against a dark blue background. Numerous inscriptions in Cyrillic detail milestones like the first satellite (1957), first lunar photograph (1959), first human in space (1961), and first woman in space (1963). The blocks are bordered with additional text proclaiming 'GLORY TO THE SOVIET PEOPLE - THE VICTORIOUS PEOPLE!' and 'COMMUNISTS PAVE THE WAY TO THE STARS!'. Each block consists of multiple '10K' (10 kopecks) stamps, forming a larger commemorative image.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.532Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23505},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23506/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1965, leningrad is the heroic city, 10k red, gold and dark blue, a single printed on fluorescent coating paper, full og, nh, vf and rare unrecorded variety, est. $150-$200, scott #3133 var"},"lotNumber":"467","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23506/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features two identical Soviet postage stamps from 1965, commemorating 'Hero City Leningrad'. The stamps depict a stylized gold star medal with a red ribbon, inscribed with '1941 1945', set against a backdrop of the Leningrad cityscape in blue and white. In the upper left, abstract figures in blue suggest wartime action. Cyrillic text at the top reads 'ГОРОД-ГЕРОЙ ЛЕНИНГРАД' and 'ПОЧТА СССР 1965' along the right edge. Each stamp has a '10K' (10 kopecks) denomination and perforated edges.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.537Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23506},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23507/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1966, moon exploration by station luna 9, 10k x3 black, red and silver, three-side margin horizontal se-tenant strip of three, imperforated on the right, full og, nh, vf, est. $250-$300, scott #3276 var"},"lotNumber":"468","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1960-1966"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23507/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This is a strip of three joined Soviet postage stamps (a se-tenant) from 1966, celebrating the Luna 9 mission. The first stamp shows a trajectory from Earth to the Moon, labeled 'СТАРТ 31-1-1966' and 'МЯГКАЯ ПОСАДКА', with a map of the Moon's surface. The central stamp, with a red and grey design, features a stylized emblem and 'ЛУНА-9' НА ЛУНЕ', '3-2-1966', and 'ПОЧТА СССР'. The third stamp depicts the Luna 9 lander on the lunar surface and a 'ТЕЛЕСЕАНС С ЛУНЫ' (telesession from the Moon). Each stamp has a '10K' (10 kopecks) denomination and text indicating a 'НОВЫЙ ЭТАП КОСМИЧЕСКОЙ ЭРЫ' (New Stage of the Space Era) and 'СОВЕТСКАЯ ЛАБОРАТОРИЯ ДЕЙСТВУЕТ НА ЛУНЕ'.","soldPrice":220,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.538Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23507},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23508/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1970, pine marten, 6k multicolored, black and brown colors missing, bottom sheet margin horizontal pair, tied by moscow general post office ''19.8.70'' first day cancellation, full og (nh), vf and very rare, especially in pair, only a few stamps were found with this error, this pair is probably unique, p. buchsbayew and l. hovest certificates, est. $1,000-$1,200, scott #3760 var"},"lotNumber":"469","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1970-1975"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23508/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This item consists of two Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1970, with a face value of 6 kopeks each. The stamps feature a minimalist illustration of a yellow weasel-like animal on a solid dark green background. One stamp has a circular postmark in black ink dated 1970 from \"МОСКВА ПОЧТАМТ\" (Moscow Post Office). The language on the stamps is Russian, indicated by \"ПОЧТА СССР\".","soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.423Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23508},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23509/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1972, leonid sobinov, famous opera singer, 40k deep brown and buff, right sheet margin re-called stamp with the text at bottom reads ''people's artist of the ussr'', which was incorrect, re-issued stamp has text ''people's artist of the republic'', full og, nh, vf and a gorgeous example, est. $2,000-$2,500, scott #3966 var"},"lotNumber":"470","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1970-1975"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23509/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1972, features a sepia-toned portrait of \"НАРОДНЫЙ АРТИСТ СССР А.В. СОБИНОВ\" (People's Artist of the USSR A.V. Sobinov). The stamp, with a face value of 10 kopeks, includes an inset scene depicting a historical figure in period attire. The text on the stamp is in Russian and indicates Sobinov's birth and death years as 1872-1934. The design is characteristic of philatelic issues honoring notable cultural figures.","soldPrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.521Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23509},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23510/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1975, paintings by fyodor a. vasilyev, 4k multicolored, all colors omitted except frame in gray, lacquered coating is intact on complete miniature sheet of seven with label at the top left, pre-printed first day cancellation, full og, nh, vf, extremely rare and unrecorded item, est. $3,500- $5,000, scott #4386 var"},"lotNumber":"471","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1970-1975"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23510/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four Soviet Union postage stamp blanks, likely from the 1970-1975 period, with two circular postmarks. The blanks are light gray with perforated edges and faint outline frames where stamp designs would typically appear. The postmarks, dated 25.11.1975, are from \"МОСКВА ПОЧТАМТ\" (Moscow Post Office) and include the USSR emblem. This item represents philatelic material, possibly proofs or unissued stamps, with Russian language elements.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.523Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23510},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23511/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1975, palekh arts, 4k-20k, complete sheet of 20, containing four horizontal se-tenant strips of five stamps, imperforated on the left, full og, nh, vf and scarce multiple, est. $900-$1,200, scott #4404a var"},"lotNumber":"472","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1970-1975"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23511/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This lot features a large block of Soviet Union postage stamps from the 1970-1975 period, depicting various scenes inspired by Russian folklore or fairy tales. There are 15 stamps in total, arranged in three rows of five, each with a different artistic illustration and a face value of 4, 6, 10, 16, or 20 kopeks. The designs showcase vibrant, detailed artwork with human figures, animals, and fantastical elements. The stamps include the Russian inscription \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of the USSR).","soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.525Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23511},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23512/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1976, sergei s. nametkin, organic chemist, 4k blue, black and gray, bottom left corner sheet margin imperforated single, full og, nh, vf and an eye-catching stamp, est. $600-$750, scott #4460 imp"},"lotNumber":"473","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23512/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1976, featuring a portrait of S.S. Nametkin, identified as an academician. The stamp, with a face value of 4 kopeks, displays a bust portrait of a man with a mustache against a light blue background. The Russian text on the stamp, \"1876 АКАДЕМИК 1950 С.С. НАМЕТКИН\", indicates his birth and death years and title. This philatelic item commemorates a notable Soviet scientist or figure.","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.527Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23512},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23513/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1976, 25th congress of the communist party, ''industry'', 4k multicolored, right sheet margin imperforated single with additionally enlarged margins at left and bottom, full og, nh, vf, est. $500-$600, scott #4476 imp"},"lotNumber":"474","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23513/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union philatelic item, likely from 1976, is a wide label or stamp souvenir sheet segment with an illustrative and textual design. It commemorates the \"XXV СЪЕЗД КПСС\" (XXV Congress of the CPSU) and features a graphic with two industrial workers and factory machinery in red and yellow tones. Russian text translates to \"THE DECISIONS OF THE CONGRESS - INTO LIFE!\" and describes the main goal of industry. It has a stated value of 4 kopeks (\"4 K\") and \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of the USSR) printed on it.","soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.529Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23513},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23514/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1976, 25th congress of the communist party, ''agriculture'', 4k multicolored, left sheet margin imperforated single with additionally enlarged margin at right, full og, nh, vf, est. $600-$750, scott #4477 imp"},"lotNumber":"475","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23514/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union philatelic item, likely from 1976, is a wide label or stamp souvenir sheet segment celebrating agricultural themes related to the \"XXV СЪЕЗД КПСС\" (XXV Congress of the CPSU). The design features two agricultural workers, a combine harvester, and large wheat stalks in red, orange, and green colors. Russian text translates to \"THE DECISIONS OF THE CONGRESS - INTO LIFE!\" and outlines the main goal of agriculture. It includes \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of the USSR) and a value of 4 kopeks (\"4 K\").","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.531Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23514},{"startPrice":1800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23515/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1976, palekh paintings, 14k multicolored, gold color (ornament and denomination) is inverted, bottom right corner sheet margin vertical pair, lower stamp without denomination, full og, nh, vf and very rare major error, only one sheet of 25 stamps has been discovered, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $2,200-$2,500, scott #4484 var"},"lotNumber":"476","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23515/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1800,"aiDescription":"This lot contains two identical Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1976, forming a vertical pair with perforation between them. Each stamp features a colorful folk art illustration, likely from A.I. Vatagin's \"Гулянка\" (Gulyanka) from 1934, depicting three figures in traditional attire dancing or celebrating amidst stylized trees on a dark background. The stamps have \"1976 \u2022 ПОЧТА СССР\" (1976 \u2022 Post of the USSR) printed in Russian, with a value that appears to be 4 kopeks ('4 K').","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.532Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23515},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23516/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1976, intercosmos program of cooperation in space, 6k gold, black and bright blue, bottom sheet margin imperforated single, nice and fresh, full og, nh, vf, est. $650-$800, scott #4489 imp"},"lotNumber":"477","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23516/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postage stamp from 1976, with a face value of 6 kopeks, commemorates the \"ИНТЕРКОСМОС\" (Intercosmos) program, specifically \"СПУТНИК \"ИНТЕРКОСМОС-14\" (Satellite \"Intercosmos-14\"). The stamp features a detailed illustration of a satellite orbiting Earth against a dark blue cosmic background with stars. The text is in Russian, and the design highlights the Soviet space exploration efforts during the 1970s.","soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.534Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23516},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23517/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1976, intercosmos program of cooperation in space, 20k gold, black and magenta, top sheet margin imperforated example, perfect quality, full og, nh, vf and rare, est. $1,200-$1,500, scott #4493 imp"},"lotNumber":"478","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23517/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1976 with a face value of 20 kopeks, highlights \"МЕЖДУНАРОДНОЕ СОТРУДНИЧЕСТВО В КОСМОСЕ\" (International Cooperation in Space) under the \"ИНТЕРКОСМОС\" (Intercosmos) program. The design depicts various spacecraft and a stylized planet against a vibrant purple and dark background. The Russian text also mentions \"АКАДЕМИЯ НАУК СССР\" (Academy of Sciences of the USSR), emphasizing the scientific aspect of the space collaboration.","soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:00.536Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23517},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23518/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1976, vladimir i. dal, author of the russian dictionary, 4k green and dark green, very well margined imperforated single, excellent condition, full og, nh, vf and one of the rarest imperforated errors of the soviet union, est. $2,000-$2,500, scott #4494 imp"},"lotNumber":"479","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23518/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1976. The stamp features a portrait of Vladimir Ivanovich Dal, a prominent Russian lexicographer, ethnographer, and author, accompanied by a quill feather. The subject matter commemorates the 'Compiler of the Explanatory Dictionary of the Russian Language.' The inscription 'ПОЧТА СССР' and '1976' are visible, indicating its origin and date. The stamp is presented in a monochromatic green color scheme with Russian text.","soldPrice":1700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:01.821Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23518},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23519/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1976, 59th anniversary of the october revolution, ''agriculture'', 4k multicolored, top sheet margin imperforated single with huge margins at other sides, full og, nh, vf, est. $750-$900, scott #4497 imp"},"lotNumber":"480","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23519/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This is a 1976 Soviet Union postage stamp, reflecting an agricultural and industrial theme. The subject matter depicts a strong female figure holding sheaves of wheat, symbolizing agricultural labor, with industrial machinery and power lines in the background under a rising sun motif. The stamp, predominantly red and grey, includes Cyrillic script and the 'CCCP' abbreviation, along with the year '1976' and a '4K' denomination. It likely celebrates agricultural development in the non-chernozem zone of the RSFSR.","soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:01.823Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23519},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23520/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1976, mstislav novinsky, pioneer of experimental oncology, 4k dark brown, buff and blue, bottom sheet margin imperforated single with blue cross shifted to the top, full og, nh, vf and scarce, est. $600-$750, scott #4499 imp"},"lotNumber":"481","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23520/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1976. The stamp features a portrait of M.A. Novinsky (1841-1914), identified in Cyrillic script as the 'founder of experimental oncology.' The stamp has a sepia-toned photographic style for the portrait, with white borders and red and black text for the year and denomination. The denomination is '4K' and the country is 'ПОЧТА СССР', indicating its origin and period.","soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:01.825Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23520},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23521/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1976, moon exploration by station luna 24 , 10k multicolored, right sheet margin imperforated single with enlarged margins at other sides, full og, nh, vf and very rare, est. $1,200-$1,500, scott #4531 imp"},"lotNumber":"482","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23521/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp from 1976 with a space exploration theme. The stamp depicts a red, five-pointed star emblem with a rocket, and a lunar lander or scientific equipment on a lunar landscape under a starry sky. Text in Cyrillic includes 'ЗЕМЛЯ-ЛУНА-ЗЕМЛЯ' and '24 АВГУСТ 1976', commemorating a mission related to Earth and Moon. The stamp has a '10K' denomination and 'ПОЧТА СССР' (USSR Post) printed in Cyrillic.","soldPrice":1700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:01.826Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23521},{"startPrice":450,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23522/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1976, caucasus flowers, 2k-4k, set of five imperforated stamps (apparently all imperf varieties for the issue), including 3k multicolored and stamp with black color only, 4k multicolored and stamp with yellow omitted, all with nice margins, full og, nh, vf and an eye-catching group, est. $600-$750, scott #4506-08 imp, var"},"lotNumber":"483","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23522/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":450,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a set of five Soviet Union postage stamps from 1976, featuring botanical illustrations. Each stamp depicts a different floral subject, with varying denominations of 2k, 3k, and 4k. The plants are depicted in natural settings, with some stamps featuring mountains or landscapes in the background. The stamps include Cyrillic text identifying the specific flora and 'ПОЧТА СССР', indicating their origin and period.","soldPrice":475,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:01.828Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23522},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23523/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1979, comecon, 16k multicolored, recalled stamp without arms (red spot) on bulgarian flag, as well as three unsuccessful attempts to correct the stamp - red spot 10mm higher, 1mm to top right or 1mm to bottom left, all are in top right corner sheet margin blocks of four, full og, nh, vf and interesting specialist unit, est. $600-$750, scott #4759 var"},"lotNumber":"484","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23523/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This lot features multiple blocks of four Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1976 and 1979, each with a denomination of 16K. The stamps depict an abstract design featuring a red building or monument, possibly symbolizing a government institution, flanked by colorful flags. The repeated motif and perforation suggest they are part of a larger sheet or issue series. The text 'ПОЧТА СССР' and the denomination are clearly visible.","soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:01.829Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23523},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23524/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1979, children's drawings, 2k multicolored, top left corner sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair with a part of label at right, offset of the design on reverse, full og, nh, vf and a spectacular item, est. $250-$300, scott #4772 imp"},"lotNumber":"485","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23524/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot presents two Soviet Union postage stamps issued in 1979, celebrating the 'International Year of the Child.' The stamps feature an illustrative scene of four children, with diverse appearances, holding hands under a sun and birds, surrounded by flowers. The background includes text in Cyrillic: 'ДРУЖБА МИР' (Friendship Peace). Adjacent to the stamps is a label with a blue UN-like emblem and Cyrillic text related to children, dated '1979' and 'ПОЧТА СССР'.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:01.830Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23524},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23525/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1979, children's drawings, 3k multicolored, imperforated single with label at right, offset of the design on reverse, nice margins, full og, nh, vf and scarce positional item, est. $600-$750, scott #4773 imp"},"lotNumber":"486","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23525/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postage stamp from 1979 commemorates the 'International Year of the Child,' with a denomination of 3K. The stamp features a folk-art style illustration of children and adults in a rural setting, possibly with horses, rendered in soft colors. Accompanying the stamp is a decorative label with a blue emblem of a family figure and text attributed to L.I. Brezhnev, emphasizing children as the future and hoping for a peaceful, joyful childhood. The text 'ПОЧТА СССР' and '1979' are visible.","soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:01.832Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23525},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23526/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1979, children's drawings, 15k multicolored, bottom sheet margin single with label at right, no gum as produced, nh, vf and nice positional item, est. $250-$300, scott #4775 imp"},"lotNumber":"487","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1976-1979"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23526/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postage stamp from 1979, with a 15K denomination, is part of the 'International Year of the Child' series. The stamp depicts children walking in a snowy, winter landscape with birch trees, rendered in a stylized, illustrative manner. Adjacent to the stamp is a label featuring a blue emblem representing a family, along with Cyrillic text attributed to L.I. Brezhnev, advocating for a peaceful future for children. The stamp is marked 'ПОЧТА СССР' and '1979'.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:01.834Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23526},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23527/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1980, 60th anniversary of azerbaijan soviet republic, 4k multicolored, top right corner sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, nice and very fresh, full og, nh, vf, est. $750-$900, scott #4821 imp"},"lotNumber":"488","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23527/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This lot features two Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1980, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Communist Party of Azerbaijan SSR. The stamps feature a detailed heraldic crest with a central image of a building and elements like a hammer and sickle, surrounded by red banners. Text in Cyrillic on the stamps reads 'АЗЕРБАЙДЖАНСКАЯ ССР' and 'КОМПАРТИЯ АЗЕРБАЙДЖАНА', indicating the anniversary from 1920-1980. Each stamp has a 4K denomination and 'ПОЧТА СССР'.","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:01.836Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23527},{"startPrice":900,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23528/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1980, 35th anniversary of the victory in the great patriotic war, ''motherland'', ''victory parade'', two corner sheet margin imperforated stamps of 4k multicolored, full og, nh, vf and scarce, est. $1,200-$1,500, scott #4823, 4825 imp"},"lotNumber":"489","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23528/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":900,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of two Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1980 and 1991. The stamps commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Soviet people's victory in the Great Patriotic War. Each stamp features a red border and a central image; one depicts a monumental statue of a woman with a sword, likely \"The Motherland Calls!\" in Volgograd, while the other shows soldiers in a cityscape. Both stamps include the years \"1945\" and \"1980\" and text in Cyrillic, indicating a 4 kopeck denomination for each.","soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:08.028Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23528},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23529/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1980, racing cars, khadi-133, 32k multicolored, top sheet margin vertical imperforated pair, enlarged margins at other sides, full og, nh, vf and scarce, est. $1,500- $2,000, scott #4856 imp"},"lotNumber":"490","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23529/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This lot features two identical Soviet Union postage stamps from 1980, part of the 1980-1991 issue period. The stamps depict a sleek, elongated yellow and black land speed record vehicle identified as \"ХАДИ-13 Э\" (KhADI-13E). Each stamp is denominated 32 kopecks and includes the text \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of USSR) and the year \"1980\" in Cyrillic, suggesting a theme of technological achievement or sports in the Soviet era.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:08.031Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23529},{"startPrice":1200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23530/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1980, jean a. d. ingres, french artist, 32k multicolored, horizontal imperforated pair with enlarged margin at bottom and nice margins at other sides, full og, nh, vf, and scarce, est. $1,800-$2,200, scott #4858 imp"},"lotNumber":"491","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23530/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1200,"aiDescription":"This lot presents two Soviet Union postage stamps from 1980, part of issues from 1980-1991. The stamps feature a portrait of Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, with a background detail of his painting \"La Source\" depicting a nude woman holding an urn. Each stamp is denominated 32 kopecks and includes the artist's name and birth/death years (1780-1867) in Cyrillic, commemorating the famous French Neoclassical painter.","soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:08.033Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23530},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23531/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1980, jean a. d. ingres, 32k multicolored, left sheet margin imperforated single used on registered illustrated fd cover, tied by ''29.vii.80'' special postmark, moscow pochtamt ds is alongside, arrival marking of august 30 is on reverse, vf and rare stamp on cover, est. $600-$750, scott #4858 imp"},"lotNumber":"492","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23531/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This item is a Soviet Union First Day Cover from 1980, issued within the 1980-1991 period, commemorating the 200th anniversary of Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres' birth. The envelope features a large design of an artist's palette with paintbrushes and Ingres' name and dates (1780-1867) in Cyrillic. It bears a 32 kopeck postage stamp depicting Ingres and a detail from \"La Source,\" matching item 23530, and is postmarked \"МОСКВА\" (Moscow) with a date in June 1980. The reverse side includes additional information in Cyrillic and French, identifying it as a First Day Cover from the USSR Ministry of Communications.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:08.037Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23531},{"startPrice":700,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23532/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1981, adzhar autonomous republic, 4k multicolored, vertical imperforated pair, enlarged margins all around, full og, nh, vf, est. $900-$1,100, scott #4933 imp"},"lotNumber":"493","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23532/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":700,"aiDescription":"This lot contains two identical Soviet Union postage stamp designs, issued in 1981, as part of the 1980-1991 issue range. The decorative stamps commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Adjar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic (АДЖАРСКОЙ АССР). Each design is richly detailed, featuring a central medallion with the hammer and sickle emblem, surrounded by architectural motifs, fruit clusters, flowers, and sailing ships. The denomination of 4 kopecks is prominently displayed along with \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of USSR) and the year 1981, all in Cyrillic, within an ornate red and gold border.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:08.039Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23532},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23533/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1981, four-masted bark ''tovarisch'', 4k multicolored, top right corner sheet margin single, full og, nh, vf and a beautiful item, est. $200-$300, scott #4981 imp"},"lotNumber":"494","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23533/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This is a Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1981 as part of the 1980-1991 series. The stamp depicts a historical sailing ship, specifically a four-masted barque identified as \"ТОВАРИЩ\" (TOWARISCH). The vessel is shown with brown sails unfurled on a body of water, against a light sky. The stamp is denominated 4 kopecks and includes the year \"1981\" and \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of USSR) in Cyrillic, appealing to collectors interested in maritime history or Soviet philately.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:08.041Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23533},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23534/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1982, nazym hikmet, turkish poet, 6k multicolored, right sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, nice condition, full og, nh, vf, est. $1,100-$1,300, scott #5012 imp"},"lotNumber":"495","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23534/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises two identical Soviet Union postage stamps from 1982, part of the 1980-1991 issues. Each stamp features a portrait of Nâzım Hikmet, a prominent Turkish poet, shown with a mustache and smiling. The stamps include his name and life years (1902-1963) in Cyrillic, commemorating his legacy. Each is denominated 6 kopecks and bears the text \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of USSR) and the year \"1982\" in Cyrillic.","soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:08.044Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23534},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23535/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1982, m. i. lopukhina, portrait by vladimir borovikovsky, 6k multicolored, enlarged margin horizontal imperforated pair, full og, nh, vf and rare, est. $2,000-$2,500, scott #5030 imp"},"lotNumber":"496","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23535/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This lot features two identical Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1982 within the 1980-1991 period. The stamps reproduce a portrait by V. L. Borovikovsky, specifically the \"Portrait of M. I. Lopukhina\" from 1797, depicting a young woman in an empire-waist dress with a blue sash. Each stamp is denominated 6 kopecks and includes the artist's name and dates (1757-1825), along with the painting's title and year (1797) in Cyrillic, set against an olive-green border.","soldPrice":1600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:08.045Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23535},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23536/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1982, giuseppe garibaldi, 6k multicolored, top sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair with nice margins at other sides, full og, nh, vf, est. $500-$600, scott #5076 imp"},"lotNumber":"497","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23536/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of two identical Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1982 as part of the 1980-1991 series. The stamps commemorate Giuseppe Garibaldi, featuring a circular portrait of the Italian general and patriot with a beard and a distinctive cap, surrounded by a laurel wreath against a red background. Below the portrait, his birth and death years (1807-1882) are displayed, along with his name in Cyrillic. Each stamp is denominated 6 kopecks and includes \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of USSR) and the year \"1982\" in Cyrillic, set on a dark green background.","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:08.049Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23536},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23537/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1982, new year 1983, 4k multicolored, bottom sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, a beautiful item in every respect, full og, nh, vf, est. $750-$900, scott #5104 imp"},"lotNumber":"498","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23537/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This lot presents two identical Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1983, as part of the 1980-1991 issues, celebrating the New Year. The colorful design features a prominent \"1983\" numeral, a hammer and sickle emblem, and a clock face set against an abstract, vibrant background with beams of light and what appears to be palm fronds. The stamps bear the text \"С НОВЫМ ГОДОМ!\" (Happy New Year!) and \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (Post of USSR) in Cyrillic, with a red star accent, signifying a festive and propagandistic theme.","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:08.050Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23537},{"startPrice":900,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23538/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1982, temryuk lighthouse, 6k multicolored, horizontal imperforated pair, nice margins all around, full og, nh, vf, est. $1,300-$1,600, scott #5111 imp"},"lotNumber":"499","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23538/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":900,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of unused postage stamps from the Soviet Union, issued between 1980 and 1991. Each stamp features a white lighthouse on a brown base, emanating golden rays within a circular frame. The subject matter includes maritime navigation and infrastructure, with text in Cyrillic script around the image and indicating a 6k denomination. The stamps are likely made of paper with adhesive backing, typical of philatelic items from the period.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.901Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23538},{"startPrice":250,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23539/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1982, temryuk lighthouse, 6k multicolored, top left corner sheet margin imperforated single used on registered fdc, tied by moscow pochtamt ''29.12.82'' date stamp, arrival marking is on reverse, vf, est. $300-$400, scott #5111 imp"},"lotNumber":"500","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23539/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This item is a postally used envelope from the Soviet Union, dating between 1980 and 1991, with handwritten Cyrillic address details. It features two postage stamps, one depicting a lighthouse similar to the 1982 'Temryuksky Mark' issue from the Azov Sea, and another smaller stamp showing an aircraft or glider. The envelope is made of light brown paper, bearing postmarks from Moscow ('МОСКВА ПОЧТАМТ') and demonstrating actual postal usage within the specified period.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.903Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23539},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23540/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, feodor tolstoy, painter, 4k multicolored, top sheet margin imperforated single with nice margins at other sides, full og, nh, vf, est. $500-$600, scott #5115 imp"},"lotNumber":"501","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23540/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This item is an unused Soviet Union postage stamp, issued in 1983. It features a profile bust of a male figure, presumably Fyodor Petrovich Tolstoy, rendered in white against a blue oval background. The design is framed by an olive wreath and encircled by Cyrillic text, including his name and birth/death years (1783-1873), identifying him as a 'Russian artist'. The stamp has a denomination of 4k and is made of paper, typical of philatelic issues from the 1980s.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.905Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23540},{"startPrice":250,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23541/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, feodor tolstoy, 4k multicolored, top sheet margin imperforated single used together with definitive stamp of 6k on registered fdc in moscow, tied by ''5.1.83'' moscow pochtamt ds, arrival marking is on reverse, vf and scarce, est. $300-$400, scott #5115 imp"},"lotNumber":"502","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23541/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This item is a used Soviet Union envelope, dating between 1980 and 1991, with a combination of stamps and Cyrillic handwriting. It features a prominent stamp depicting a profile bust of Fyodor Petrovich Tolstoy from 1983, along with a smaller blue stamp showing an aircraft. The envelope is made of white paper and bears postmarks from 'МОСКВА ПОЧТАМТ', indicating its postal circulation within Moscow during the period.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.906Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23541},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23542/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, soviet gliders, a-9, 2k multicolored, right sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, nice and flawless item, full og, nh, vf and scarce, est. $1,500-$2,000, scott #5118 imp"},"lotNumber":"503","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23542/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of unused postage stamps from the Soviet Union, issued in 1983. Each stamp depicts a vibrant red glider, labeled 'ПЛАHЕР А-9. 1948 г.' (Glider A-9. 1948), soaring against a light blue, cloudy sky. A smaller, identical glider is visible in the background of each stamp. These philatelic items showcase aviation and historical aircraft, printed on paper with a 2k denomination.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.908Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23542},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23543/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, view of rostov-on-don, 4k multicolored, top sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, control cross at selvage, full og, nh, vf, est. $750-$900, scott #5140 imp"},"lotNumber":"504","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23543/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of unused postage stamps from the Soviet Union, issued in 1983. Each stamp illustrates a cityscape of Rostov-on-Don, featuring a monumental sculpture with horses, modern buildings, and a sleek, futuristic-looking hovercraft or vessel in the foreground. The design is rendered in muted earth tones and blues, with Cyrillic text 'РОСТОВ-НА-ДОНУ' and a 4k denomination. These paper stamps highlight urban development and transportation, typical of 1980s Soviet philately.","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.910Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23543},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23544/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, buryat autonomous republic, 4k multicolored, vertical imperforated pair, nice margins all around, full og, nh, vf, est. $500-$600, scott #5141 imp"},"lotNumber":"505","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23544/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of unused postage stamps from the Soviet Union, issued in 1983. The stamps commemorate the '60 лет БУРЯТСКОЙ АССР' (60 Years of the Buryat ASSR), featuring a complex design with the Soviet Union's emblem at the top. The scene below includes elements representing industry, such as trains, oil rigs, a satellite dish, and a forest landscape, all framed by an intricate blue pattern. These 4k denomination paper stamps celebrate regional anniversary and industrial themes.","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.911Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23544},{"startPrice":1400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23545/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, radio telegraphy, 6k multicolored, right sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, printing's cross at selvage, fresh, full og, nh, vf and rare, est. $1,800- $2,200, scott #5174 imp"},"lotNumber":"506","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23545/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1400,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of unused postage stamps from the Soviet Union, issued in 1983. The stamps commemorate the 'ПЕРВЫЙ ЧЕМПИОНАТ ЕВРОПЫ ПО РАДИОТЕЛЕГРАФИИ МОСКВА' (First European Radiotelegraphy Championship Moscow). Each stamp features a stylized depiction of a broadcasting tower with a globe at its center, surrounded by concentric arcs, all against a deep blue background with a red star at the top. These 6k denomination paper stamps highlight a technological and sporting event, characteristic of 1980s Soviet issues.","soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.913Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23545},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23546/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, kypu lighthouse, 1k multicolored, left sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, color control lines at left margin, full og, nh, vf, est. $500-$600, scott #5179 imp"},"lotNumber":"507","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23546/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This item is a strip of two unused postage stamps from the Soviet Union, issued in 1983, accompanied by a selvage with color bars. Each stamp depicts a tall, ochre-colored lighthouse with prominent buttresses, flanked by evergreen trees, set against a light blue sky. The circular frame contains Cyrillic text 'МАНЫЧ-ГУДИЛО \u2022 АЗОВСКОЕ МОРЕ.' and the year 1983, with an anchor symbol at the bottom. These 1k denomination paper stamps represent maritime heritage and are distinguished by the inclusion of printer's color registration marks.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.914Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23546},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23547/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, partisan madonna by m.a. savitsky, 20k multicolored, bottom sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, a beautiful item, full og, nh, vf and rare, est. $2,000-$2,500, scott #5187 imp"},"lotNumber":"508","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23547/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of unused postage stamps from the Soviet Union, issued in 1983. Each stamp features a reproduction of the painting 'Партизанская мадонна' (Partisan Madonna) by M. A. Savitsky, dated 1967. The artwork depicts a woman holding a child, with other figures and rifles in the background, set in a rural wartime scene. The stamps have a 20k denomination and are made of paper, typical of Soviet philatelic issues commemorating art and historical events.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.915Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23547},{"startPrice":1200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23548/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, national food program, wheat production, 5k multicolored, top left corner sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, nice and fresh, full og, nh, vf and scarce, est. $1,500-$2,000, scott #5190 imp"},"lotNumber":"509","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23548/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1200,"aiDescription":"This is a pair of Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1980-1991, specifically from 1983. The stamps belong to the 'Food Program' series and feature a male harvester in red attire holding wheat stalks, with a combine harvester in the background. The text, in Cyrillic script, translates to 'Food Program. Growth of grain production is a key problem in agriculture. Nationwide Cause.' The denomination is '5K' (5 kopecks), and 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) is visible at the bottom.","soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.320Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23548},{"startPrice":700,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23549/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, academician aleksandr sidorenko, 4k multicolored, top left corner sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, perfect condition, full og, nh, vf, est. $900-$1,200, scott #5196 imp"},"lotNumber":"510","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23549/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":700,"aiDescription":"This lot features two Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1980-1991, specifically in 1983. Each stamp depicts a portrait of A.V. Sidorenko, an academic born in 1917 and deceased in 1982. The bust portrait shows a balding man in a suit and tie, against a dark background. The Cyrillic text below identifies him as 'ACADEMICIAN 1917-1982 A.V. SIDORENKO' and 'POST USSR - 1983', with a '4K' (4 kopecks) denomination.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.322Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23549},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23550/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, campaign against nuclear weapons, 5k multicolored, imperforated block of four with horizontal gutter in the middle, excellent quality item, full og, nh, vf and rare positional piece, est. $2,500-$3,000, scott #5197 imp"},"lotNumber":"511","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23550/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps, dating from 1983, within the 1980-1991 issue period. The stamps are anti-war themed, showing abstract, jagged red and grey forms representing explosions or conflict emanating from a stylized globe. The Cyrillic text reads 'ОРУЖИЕ МАССОВОГО УНИЧТОЖЕНИЯ!' (WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION!) and 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR) with a '5K' (5 kopecks) denomination. The stamps highlight international concerns about weaponry.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.325Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23550},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23551/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1983, new year issue, 5k multicolored, vertical imperforated pair, enlarged margins around, full og, nh, vf, est. $600-$750, scott #5207 imp"},"lotNumber":"512","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23551/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This lot presents two Soviet Union postage stamps from 1984, part of the 1980-1991 issue series. These are New Year themed stamps, featuring a prominent red star with a gold outline, overlaid on multiple receding blue and white star shapes. A background of gold snowflakes adorns the blue sky, and 'С Новым годом!' (Happy New Year!) is written in elegant Cyrillic script. Each stamp has a '5K' (5 kopecks) denomination and 'ПОЧТА СССР' (POST USSR).","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.327Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23551},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23552/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1984, 25th anniversary of the cuban revolution, 5k multicolored, top sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, printer's cross at selvage, full og, nh, vf, est. $500 -$600, scott #5216 imp"},"lotNumber":"513","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23552/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot includes two Soviet Union postage stamps, issued in 1984, from the 1980-1991 period. The stamps commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Cuban Revolution. Each features the Cuban flag, with its distinctive red triangle, white star, and blue and white stripes, waving above the number '25'. The Cyrillic text translates to '25-летие ПОБЕДЫ КУБИНСКОЙ РЕВОЛЮЦИИ' (25th Anniversary of the Victory of the Cuban Revolution). Each stamp is denominated '5K ПОЧТА СССР' (5 kopecks POST USSR).","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.331Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23552},{"startPrice":700,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23553/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1984, soviet tank ''isu-152'', 10k multicolored, bottom sheet margin vertical imperforated pair, control line at selvage, full og, nh, vf, est. $900-$1,100, scott #5220 imp"},"lotNumber":"514","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23553/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":700,"aiDescription":"This lot contains two Soviet Union postage stamps from 1984, within the 1980-1991 issue period, depicting military vehicles. The stamps feature a 'ИСУ-152' (ISU-152) heavy self-propelled gun, with a red star and a Soviet 'Order of the Patriotic War' medal at the top left. Another smaller tank appears in the background with an explosion. The Cyrillic text states 'ОРУЖИЕ ПОБЕДЫ' (WEAPON OF VICTORY) and identifies the vehicle as 'ТЯЖЕЛАЯ САМОХОДНАЯ УСТАНОВКА ИСУ-152' (HEAVY SELF-PROPELLED GUN ISU-152). Each stamp has a '10K ПОЧТА СССР' (10 kopecks POST USSR) denomination.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.333Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23553},{"startPrice":900,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23554/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1984, moscow zoo, snow leopard, 4k multicolored, right sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, nice and flawless item, full og, nh, vf and very scarce, est. $1,200-$1,500, scott #5228 imp"},"lotNumber":"515","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23554/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":900,"aiDescription":"This lot offers two Soviet Union postage stamps from 1984, part of the 1980-1991 issues, commemorating the 120th anniversary of the Moscow Zoo. The stamps feature a detailed, snarling head of a leopard or snow leopard, displaying its fangs, against a plain background. The Cyrillic text along the left side reads '120 лет МОСКОВСКОМУ ЗООПАРКУ' (120 years to the Moscow Zoo), and 'ПОЧТА СССР 1984' (POST USSR 1984) is at the bottom, with a '4K' (4 kopecks) denomination.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.335Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23554},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23555/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1988, antarctic expedition, 20k multicolored, top sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, enlarged margins at other sides, full og, nh, vf, est. $400-$500, scott #5713 imp"},"lotNumber":"516","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23555/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot includes two Soviet Union postage stamps from 1988, part of the 1980-1991 issue period, commemorating the 'Sibir' icebreaker expedition to the North Pole. The stamps depict the atomic icebreaker 'Sibir' navigating icy waters, with a helicopter overhead and two researchers on the ice in the foreground. A map shows the expedition route to the North Pole. The Cyrillic text translates to 'HIGH LATITUDE EXPEDITION ON ATOMIC ICEBREAKER \"SIBIR\" MAY-JUNE 1987. NORTH POLE' and '1988 POST USSR', with a '20K' (20 kopecks) denomination.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.337Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23555},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23556/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1989, honey bees, 5k multicolored, right sheet margin horizontal imperforated pair, excellent quality item, full og, nh, vf and rare, est. $2,000-$2,500, scott #5771 imp"},"lotNumber":"517","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23556/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This lot features two Soviet Union postage stamps from 1989, within the 1980-1991 issue series, focusing on entomology. Each stamp depicts a detailed illustration of a bee, likely from the Apidae family, with its wings visible, against a soft green, out-of-focus background, suggesting foliage. The Cyrillic text along the left side reads 'ПОЧТА СССР 1989' (POST USSR 1989) and 'ПЧЕЛЫ . APIDAE' (BEES . APIDAE). Each stamp has a '5K' (5 kopecks) denomination.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.339Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23556},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23557/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1989, letter writing week, 5k multicolored, bottom left corner sheet margin imperforated block of four, printed on thick glossy paper, control lights on selvages, no gum as issued, nh, vf and guaranteed genuine, est. $200-$250, scott #5795 imp"},"lotNumber":"518","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23557/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a block of four Soviet Union postage stamps from 1989, part of the 1980-1991 issues, commemorating 'International Letter Writing Week'. Each stamp features a red rose and a blue post horn set against a globe, symbolizing global communication. The Cyrillic text reads 'МЕЖДУНАРОДНАЯ НЕДЕЛЯ ПИСЬМА' (INTERNATIONAL LETTER WRITING WEEK) and '1989 5К ПОЧТА СССР' (1989 5 kopecks POST USSR). The lot also includes printer's color registration marks on the left and bottom margins.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.340Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23557},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23558/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1990, duck conservation, 5k-20k, imperforated complete set of three in bottom left corner sheet margin blocks of four, control lights are on selvages, full og, nh, vf, est. $400-$500, scott #5906-08 imp"},"lotNumber":"519","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23558/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot features Soviet Union postage stamps issued between 1980-1991. The stamps are presented in blocks of four, with some blocks attached to margin paper displaying color calibration bars, indicating their status as proofs or sheets. The subject matter of the stamps focuses on waterfowl, specifically ducks and geese, depicted in natural settings like ponds with water lilies or in flight over marshy landscapes. The designs are colorful, illustrating various species of birds in different poses, and include Russian text \"ПОЧТА СССР\" along with their denominations.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:10.275Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23558},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23559/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1990, poultry, 5k-15k, imperforated complete set of three in bottom left corner sheet margin blocks of four, control lights are on selvages, full og, nh, vf, est. $400-$500, scott #5909-11 imp"},"lotNumber":"520","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23559/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of three blocks of four Soviet Union postage stamps, issued between 1980 and 1991. Each block features different domestic fowl: geese and goslings on the 5k stamps, roosters and chickens on the 10k stamps, and turkeys and chicks on the 15k stamps. The stamps are attached to margin paper with color calibration bars, suggesting they are part of a proof sheet. Each stamp includes Russian text \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and the year 1990.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:10.278Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23559},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23560/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1990, new year issue, 5k multicolored, bottom right corner sheet margin block of six triangle stamps, design is completely transformed at right due to breakdown of printing device, full og, nh, vf and a spectacular piece, est. $150-$180, scott #5953 var"},"lotNumber":"521","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23560/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This item is a strip of three Soviet Union postage stamps from the period of 1980-1991, specifically issued for the New Year 1991. Each stamp features a festive red background adorned with a diagonal \"Happy New Year 1991\" text in Russian, alongside an illustration of Santa Claus. Santa is depicted holding a gift and a Christmas tree, with small penguins surrounding him. The stamps include the text \"ПОЧТА СССР\" and display perforations, indicating they are ready for use.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:10.280Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23560},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23561/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1991, marine life, jellyfish and dolphin, 4k and 20k, right sheet margin horizontal imperforated pairs, post office fresh quality, full og, nh, vf, est. $600-$750, scott #5954, 5958 imp"},"lotNumber":"522","title":{"en":"soviet union - issues of 1980-1991"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23561/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises Soviet Union postage stamps issued in 1991, focusing on the fauna of the Black Sea. Two horizontal strips of two stamps each are included. The first strip features blue-hued stamps depicting a Rhopilema pulmo (barrel jellyfish), while the second strip consists of green-hued stamps illustrating a Tursiops truncatus (bottlenose dolphin). Both designs prominently display the creature with scientific and common names, the denomination (4k or 20k), and \"ПОЧТА СССР\" in Russian, along with the year 1991.","soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:10.282Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23561},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23562/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1999, (ostankino tv tower), 30k in black only, printed on granite paper with microprint, central design is omitted (dark green color), bottom sheet margin block of four, full og, nh, vf and scarce multiple, reportedly only two sheets of 100 were discovered, est. $500-$600, scott #6553 var"},"lotNumber":"523","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23562/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four modern Russian Federation postage stamps issued in 1998. Each stamp features a minimalist design with a faint, light gray background and a decorative arched border. The stamps bear the inscription \"РОССИЯ\" (Russia) and \"ROSSIJA\" along with the year \"1998\" and a denomination of \"0.30.\" The block is perforated, with clear vertical and horizontal perforations between the stamps.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:10.284Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23562},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23563/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"2006, moscow kremlin museum, 5r x4 and 15r multicolored, imperforated complete set of four in right sheet margin blocks of four and imperforated souvenir sheet, all with full og, nh, vf, est. $500-$600, scott #6950-53, 6954 imp"},"lotNumber":"524","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23563/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of modern Russian Federation postage stamps from various issues, likely commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Moscow Kremlin Museum. The stamps, primarily issued around 2006-2008, feature artifacts from the museum such as ornate chairs (thrones), helmets, and swords, all with a denomination of 5.00. One larger stamp block depicts the Moscow Kremlin architecture, including cathedrals and bell towers, with a 15p denomination. All stamps bear the Russian and Latin script \"РОССИЯ\" and the respective issue years.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:10.286Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23563},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23564/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"2006, 50th anniversary of the stadium luzhniki, 6r multicolored, top sheet margin imperforated block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $140-$180, scott #6975 imp"},"lotNumber":"525","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23564/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four modern Russian Federation postage stamps issued in 2006, commemorating \"50 лет Олимпийскому комплексу 'Лужники'\" (50 years of the Luzhniki Olympic Complex). Each stamp features a panoramic nighttime illustration of the Luzhniki Olympic Complex stadium under a dark blue sky, illuminated with warm lights. The stamps bear the inscription \"РОССИЯ\" (Russia) and \"ROSSIJA\" along with the year \"2006\" and a denomination of \"6.00.\" The block is perforated and neatly arranged.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:10.287Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23564},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23565/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"2006, four season flowers, 7r x4, top left corner sheet margin imperforated se-tenant block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $140-$180, scott #6976 imp"},"lotNumber":"526","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23565/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This item is a modern Russian Federation postage stamp issued in 2006, featuring a vibrant floral bouquet. The design showcases a diverse arrangement of flowers in various colors, including white roses, pink chrysanthemums, red poinsettias, and yellow daffodils, set against a soft, variegated background. The stamp has a square format and is perforated on all sides. It bears the inscription \"РОССИЯ\" (Russia) and \"ROSSIJA\" along with the year \"2006\" and a denomination of \"7.00\" printed in each corner.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:10.290Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23565},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23566/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"2007, vladimir m. bekhterev, russian neurologist, 5r multicolored, left sheet margin imperforated block of four, full og, nh, vf, est. $140-$180, scott #7012 imp"},"lotNumber":"527","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23566/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features a block of four modern Russian Federation postage stamps issued in 2007. Each stamp commemorates V.M. Bekhterev (1857-1927), a prominent Russian neurologist and psychiatrist. The design includes a portrait of Bekhterev with a long beard, alongside a stylized image of a human brain in warm colors against a cool blue and purple background. The stamps bear the inscription \"РОССИЯ\" (Russia) and \"RUSSIA\" with the year \"2007,\" and a denomination of \"5.00.\" The block is perforated.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:10.292Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23566},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23567/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"2007, order of st. george, 10r multicolored, imperforated complete sheet of eight with label in the middle, full og, nh, vf and very scarce, est. $500-$600, scott #7015 imp"},"lotNumber":"528","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23567/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This is a modern Russian Federation souvenir sheet of postage stamps issued in 2007, commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Order of Saint George (1807-2007). The sheet features nine individual stamps, each with a denomination of 10R, depicting the cross emblem of the military order. A central larger image shows Saint George slaying the dragon. The ornate border includes laurel wreaths and the ribbon of the Order, with historical military scenes depicted in the lower margin. Text is in Russian, indicating the anniversary and \"РОССИЯ 2007.\"","soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:10.296Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23567},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23568/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"2007, international polar year, 6r, 7r and 8r multi, imperforated souvenir sheet of three values, nice and post office fresh, full og, nh, vf and rare, only a handful was produced, est. $500-$600, scott #7021 imp"},"lotNumber":"529","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23568/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This item is a modern Russian Federation postage stamp souvenir sheet, issued for the International Polar Year 2007-2008. The panoramic image depicts various Arctic scenes, including an icebreaker ship, research stations, glaciers, mountains, a polar bear, and a gannet. The sheet features three separate stamps with denominations of 5.00, 7.00, and 8.00, and includes Cyrillic and Latin script for 'RUSSIA 2007'.","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.311Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23568},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23569/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"2007, wwf, far eastern stork, snow leopard and bison, 5r, 6r and 7r, imperforated complete set of three in left sheet margin blocks of four, in addition yakut horse and reindeer (#6998-99) in top sheet margin imperforated blocks of four, all with full og, nh, vf, est. $400-$500, scott #7046-48 imp"},"lotNumber":"530","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23569/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises multiple modern Russian Federation postage stamp blocks of four, dating from 2006. The stamps feature various animals in their natural settings. The lot includes blocks depicting horses and their foals, reindeer, white storks, snow leopards (Panthera uncia), and sable (Martes zibellina), all with Cyrillic and Latin text for 'RUSSIA'.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.313Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23569},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23570/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"2007, horses, 6r, 7r x2, 8r multi, imperforated complete set of four in left sheet margin pairs, full og, nh, vf, est. $250-$300, scott #7051-54 imp"},"lotNumber":"531","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23570/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of four modern Russian Federation postage stamp blocks of four, issued in 2007. Each block showcases different Russian horse breeds. Featured breeds include the Vyatka, Vladimir Heavy Draft, Don, and Orlov Trotter, with each stamp displaying both a full-body image of the horse in action (e.g., ridden or pulling a cart) and a head-and-neck portrait. The stamps are denominated 6.00, 7.00, or 8.00 and are marked 'РОССИЯ RUSSIA \u2022 2007'.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.321Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23570},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23571/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"2008, 450th anniversary of the city of astrakhan, two imperforated proofs of 8r (unisseud denomination due to postal rate changed) and 9r (as for issued stamp) multicolored, printed on chromaline paper (thin glossy card), no gum as issued, nh, vf and rare, est. $750-$900, scott #7062"},"lotNumber":"532","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23571/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This item consists of two modern Russian Federation postage stamps, issued in 2008. Both stamps depict an aerial view of the Astrakhan Kremlin, a historical fortress complex with churches and walls, set against a blue sky. The stamps are denominated 8.00 and 9.00 respectively, and include the text '450 АСТРАХАНЬ' and 'РОССИЯ RUSSIA \u2022 2008' in both Cyrillic and Latin scripts.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.333Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23571},{"startPrice":1200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23572/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"2008, inauguration of president medvedev, 7r multicolored, imperforated pane of four stamps, vf and rare, est. $1,500-$1,800, scott #7068 imp"},"lotNumber":"533","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23572/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1200,"aiDescription":"This item is a modern Russian Federation postage stamp souvenir sheet, issued in 2008. The sheet contains four identical stamps, each featuring the Russian national flag with the double-headed eagle coat of arms. Text in Cyrillic script indicates the election of D.A. Medvedev as President of the Russian Federation on March 2, 2008. Each stamp is denominated 7.00 and marked 'РОССИЯ RUSSIA 2008'.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.341Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23572},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23573/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"2008, inauguration of president medvedev, imperforated proof pane of four 7r multicolored stamps printed on chromaline paper (thin glossy card), size 80x103mm, fresh, vf and very rare, est. $1,500-$1,800, scott #7068"},"lotNumber":"534","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23573/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This item is a modern Russian Federation postage stamp souvenir sheet, issued in 2008. The sheet contains four identical stamps, each featuring the Russian national flag with the double-headed eagle coat of arms. Text in Cyrillic script indicates the election of D.A. Medvedev as President of the Russian Federation on March 2, 2008. Each stamp is denominated 7.00 and marked 'РОССИЯ RUSSIA 2008'.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.342Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23573},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23574/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23574/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"2008, 15th anniversary of the federal assembly of the russian federation, 10r x2 multicolored, complete set of two in sheets of 14 with label in the middle, gold color omitted (text on stamps and double frame on margins) on both sheets, full og, nh, vf and rare, especially in sheets, est. $3,000-$3,500, scott #7104-05 var"},"lotNumber":"535","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23574/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of two modern Russian Federation postage stamp sheets, issued in 2009. Each sheet contains multiple stamps, with a total of 15 stamps visible per sheet. The stamps feature different designs, including a map of Russia in blue and red, and the Russian flag. Each stamp is denominated '10p' and marked 'РОССИЯ RUSSIA 2009', sometimes alongside the double-headed eagle emblem.","soldPrice":2500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.344Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23574},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23575/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"2009, empress catherine i, large die proof of stamp frame 35r in blue, printed on thin cardboard, size 68x90mm, no gum as produced, nh, vf, est. $200-$250, scott #7141"},"lotNumber":"536","title":{"en":"modern issues of the russian federation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23575/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot features a modern Russian Federation postage stamp souvenir sheet and an accompanying blank postal card, both from 2009. The souvenir sheet showcases a portrait of Catherine the Great within an ornate frame, a prominent building likely a palace, and the Order of St. Catherine. The stamp itself is denominated 35p and marked 'РОССИЯ RUSSIA \u2022 2009'. The postal card features an ornate blue frame matching the stamp's border, with an empty central oval and 'РОССИЯ RUSSIA 2009 35p'.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.346Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23575},{"startPrice":250,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23576/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1914, smaller format engraved imperforated proof of 10k in dark green, printed on thin cardboard, nice margins around, no gum as produced, vf, expertized by w. pohl, est. $300-$350, scott #b8"},"lotNumber":"537","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - world war i charity issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23576/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This is a semi-postal postage stamp from Russia, issued as a World War I charity issue. The stamp is monochrome, in a dark bluish-grey color, and features a central design of a sword, a helmet, and laurel branches. In the background, a fortified cityscape and the Russian Imperial double-headed eagle are visible. Ornate borders frame the design, and Cyrillic text 'ПОЧТА' (Post) and 'коп 10 коп' (10 Kopecks) are present.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.353Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23576},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23577/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1915, ilya muromets, 1+1k brown orange and gray, imperforated single printed on white paper, nice margins all around, full og, previously hinged, vf, c.v. $425, est. $200-$250, scott #b9c"},"lotNumber":"538","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - world war i charity issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23577/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This is a semi-postal postage stamp from Russia, issued as a World War I charity issue. The stamp is predominantly in shades of brown and grey, featuring a bearded warrior figure in armor holding a shield with the Russian Imperial double-headed eagle. Ornate, traditional Russian-style borders frame the central image. Cyrillic text includes 'ПОЧТА' (Post), 'КОП 1 КОП' (1 Kopeck), and 'ВЪ ПОЛЬЗУ ВОИНОВЪ И ИХЪ СЕМЕЙСТВЪ' (For the benefit of soldiers and their families).","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.363Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23577},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23578/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, 2250r in various colors, complete set of seven with stamps in green and red on thin paper and red stamp on ''cotton'' paper with design shown on reverse, full og, nh, vf, est. $150-$200, scott #b14-17, a, var"},"lotNumber":"539","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - volga famine relief issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23578/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features a collection of seven semi-postal issues from the Volga Famine Relief issue. Six items depict a river scene with small boats and buildings, surrounded by an ornate frame with the denomination '2250' and Cyrillic text, presented in green, red, and brown colors. The seventh item, a vertical stamp in blue, portrays a male figure seated with a child, also with Cyrillic text and the '2250' denomination. These philatelic items are notable for their varied colors and depictions related to the famine relief effort.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.543Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23578},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23579/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, double black surcharge 100r +100r on ''sword breaking chain'' of 70k brown, full og, vlh, vf, c.v. $200, est. $120-$150, scott #b18b"},"lotNumber":"540","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - volga famine relief surcharges"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23579/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This is a single semi-postal issue from the Volga Famine Relief surcharges, featuring a brown stamp with a black overprint. The central design depicts a hand holding a scythe, symbolizing work or agriculture, within a circular frame with decorative elements. The stamp includes Cyrillic text at the top and in the center, alongside a surcharge of '100 p. + 100 p.' at the bottom, indicating its semi-postal nature for famine relief.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.545Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23579},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23580/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, black surcharge 100r+100r on ''sword breaking chain'' 70k brown, horizontal pair from positions 6 and 7, left stamp with ''100r+r100'' surcharge variety, full og, previously hinged, vf, c.v. $225, est. $150-$200, scott #b18, c"},"lotNumber":"541","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - volga famine relief surcharges"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23580/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a pair of semi-postal issues, specifically Volga Famine Relief surcharges. Both stamps are brown with black overprints, depicting a hand holding a scythe within a circular, ornate frame. Cyrillic text is visible at the top and center, along with a '100 p. + 100 p.' surcharge at the bottom. The stamps are joined at the perforations, indicating they are a block or strip.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.546Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23580},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23581/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, black surcharge 250r+250r on ''sword breaking chain'' 35k ultra, two stamps with inverted and double surcharge, full og, nh (double) or lh, mostly vf, c.v. $270, est. $150-$200, scott #b21a,b"},"lotNumber":"542","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - volga famine relief surcharges"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23581/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot includes two semi-postal issues, Volga Famine Relief surcharges, both in blue with black overprints. The stamps feature a central design of a hand holding a scythe, linked by chains, within a decorative circular border. Cyrillic text is present, with significant overprinting partially obscuring some details. The denomination '35 KOP' is visible at the bottom, indicating their value and purpose.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.547Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23581},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23582/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, red surcharge 250r on ''sword breaking chain'' 35 k ultra, bottom sheet margin pair with strongly misplaced perforation, looking as a beautiful imperf, full og, nh (lh on the selvage), vf, est. $250- $300, scott #b22 var"},"lotNumber":"543","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - volga famine relief surcharges"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23582/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises two semi-postal issues, Volga Famine Relief surcharges, in a block of two. The stamps are blue with red overprints, each depicting a hand holding a scythe with chains within an ornate circular frame. Cyrillic text is prominent, and the denomination '35 KOP' is visible at the bottom. The red overprint includes '250 p. + 250 p.', signifying the surcharge for famine relief.","soldPrice":220,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.549Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23582},{"startPrice":350,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23583/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, black overprints on perforated and imperforated 1k (both 2nd printing, positions 11 and 18 respectively) and perforated 2k-10k, all with full og, nh or previously hinged (1k imperf), vf, c.v. $790, est. $450-$550, scott #b24-29"},"lotNumber":"544","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - philately for the children issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23583/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":350,"aiDescription":"This lot contains six semi-postal stamps from the \"Philately for the Children\" issue. The stamps feature diverse colors including orange, green, red, purple, and blue. Designs vary, with some displaying an eagle emblem within an oval frame, and others featuring Cyrillic text and the date '19-8-22'. Denominations such as 'ODNA KOP', 'DVE KOP', 'TRI KOP', and 'DESYAT KOPYEK' are visible, reflecting their purpose to raise funds for children.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.551Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23583},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23584/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, black overprints on perforated and imperforated 1k and on perforated 2k-10k, complete set of six, 1k values are from positions 23 (perf) and 20 of the second setting of 25 stamps, full og, lh/ previously hinged (the ''key'' stamps) or nh, vf, expertized by z. mikulski and e. eichenthal, c.v. $790, est. $500-$600, scott #b24-29"},"lotNumber":"545","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - philately for the children issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23584/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This lot presents six semi-postal stamps from the \"Philately for the Children\" issue, showcasing a variety of colors and designs. Stamps feature shades of orange, green, red, purple, and blue, with some depicting an imperial eagle within an oval frame, while others are primarily textual with Cyrillic script and the date '19-8-22'. Denominations are visible in Cyrillic, such as 'ODNA KOP', 'DVA KOP', 'TRI KOP', 'PYAT KOP', and 'DESYAT KOPYEK', indicating their role in fundraising for children.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.552Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23584},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23585/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, inverted (reading up) black overprints on perforated and imperforated 1k (both from the second printing) and perforated 2k (second printing), 3k-10k (first printing), nice and fresh quality unit, full og, nh (both 1k) or lh/hinged, vf and rare unit, all stamps expertized, three have certificates, est. $4,000- $4,500, scott #b24a-29a"},"lotNumber":"546","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - philately for the children issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23585/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This lot includes six semi-postal stamps from the \"Philately for the Children\" issue, presented in a range of colors including orange, green, red, purple, and blue. Designs vary, with some stamps featuring an eagle emblem within an oval frame, and others displaying primarily Cyrillic text and the date '19-8-22'. Denominations like 'ODNA KOP', 'DVA KOP', 'TRI KOP', 'PYAT KOP', and 'DESYAT KOPYEK' are visible, highlighting their purpose to support children.","soldPrice":3500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.554Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23585},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23586/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, inverted (reading up) overprint on perforated 1k orange, the first printing, position 19 of not inverted setting, perfect quality, full og, nh, vf and extremely rare stamp especially in sound condition, expertized by h. bloch, soviet philatelic, j. stolow and raritan stamps guarantees, est. $2,000- $2,500, scott #b24a"},"lotNumber":"547","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - philately for the children issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23586/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This is a single semi-postal stamp from the \"Philately for the Children\" issue, presented in an orange color. The stamp features an ornate design with an imperial eagle emblem at its center, surrounded by decorative filigree. Vertical Cyrillic text reads \"RSFSR\" and \"Philately for the Children 19-8-22\", with \"One Kopeck\" at the bottom. This stamp is notable for its intricate design and fundraising purpose.","soldPrice":1700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.555Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23586},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23587/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, inverted (reading up) overprint on 2k green, the second printing, position 3 of not inverted setting, full og, nh, vf, soviet philatelic guarantee hs, c.v. $500, est. $150-$200, scott #b25a"},"lotNumber":"548","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - philately for the children issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23587/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This is a single semi-postal stamp from the \"Philately for the Children\" issue, rendered in a green color. The stamp features an ornate design with an imperial eagle emblem centrally located within a decorative oval frame. Vertical Cyrillic text reads \"RSFSR\" and \"Philately for the Children 19-8-22\", with \"Two Kopecks\" at the bottom. The intricate scrollwork and clear Cyrillic script are notable visual features of this fundraising stamp.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:09.557Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23587},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23588/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, inverted (reading up) overprint on imperforated 1k orange, the first printing, position 4 of not inverted setting, showing narrow ''8'' and italics second ''2'', full og, lh, vf and very rare, expertized by h. bloch, soviet philatelic and raritan stamps guarantees, est. $1,500-$1,800, scott #b29a"},"lotNumber":"549","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - philately for the children issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23588/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This is a single semi-postal stamp, part of the 'Philately for the Children' issue, originating from the early Soviet Union. The stamp features an orange background with an elaborate classical motif, including a double-headed eagle emblem in the center. Overprinted in black are Cyrillic characters that partially obscure the underlying design, along with the denomination '1 коп.' and the date '1918-1922'. The script is Cyrillic, and the stamp appears to be made of paper.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.823Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23588},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23589/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1923, gold, bronze and silver surcharges on various definitive stamps, complete set of six, including surcharge 2r+2r on 250r printed on thin paper, full og, all with barest trace of hinge (most appearing nh), vf, c.v. $1,630, est. $1,000-$1,200, scott #b38-42"},"lotNumber":"550","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - philately for the labor issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23589/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of six semi-postal stamps from the 'Philately for the Labor' issue of the early Soviet Union. The set includes two smaller stamps depicting a seated figure, possibly a worker or writer, and two stamps with a stylized industrial scene featuring a factory, book, and gear motif. The remaining two larger stamps show a monumental, blocky fist grasping a banner with Cyrillic script, against a backdrop of industrial architecture. The denominations vary, including '10 Р.', '250 РУБ', and '5000 РУБ', and the stamps are made of paper with Cyrillic text.","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.825Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23589},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23590/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1923, gold surcharge 1r+1r on 10r brown and black, both ''1'' of ''1 maya'' and ''1923'' are on the same vertical line (two stamps possible per sheet of 25), full og, nh, vf, est. $100-$130, scott #b39 var"},"lotNumber":"551","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - philately for the labor issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23590/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This is a single semi-postal stamp from the 'Philately for the Labor' issue, originating from the early Soviet Union. The stamp depicts a muscular, seated male figure, possibly a laborer or blacksmith, in profile, holding a hammer and chisel. The background features a patterned frame and Cyrillic text, including 'РСФСР' and the date '1917-1922', along with the denomination '10 Р.'. The stamp is made of paper, with a brown and black color scheme.","soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.826Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23590},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23591/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1923, two stamps with gold surcharge 1r+1r on 10r brown and black, first one is left sheet margin example has no dot after first ''1r'' (position 6), the other one has double dash between ''1 maya'' and ''1923'', both with full og, previously hinged, vf, est. $150-$200, scott #b39 var"},"lotNumber":"552","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - philately for the labor issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23591/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot contains two semi-postal stamps from the 'Philately for the Labor' issue of the early Soviet Union. Each stamp features an identical design: a seated, muscular male figure, possibly a worker, wielding a hammer and chisel. The design incorporates Cyrillic text 'РСФСР' and the dates '1917-1922', along with the denomination '10 Р.'. The stamps are made of paper, with a brown, black, and white color palette, and display minor variations in the overprint details.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.828Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23591},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23592/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1923, gold surcharge 1r+1r on 10r brown and black, representing clear double red undercoat surcharge with overinked gold over, which is slightly misplaced, full og, nh, vf and extremely rare, only one pane of 25 stamps with double surcharge were produced, n. mandrovski certificate, est. $2,500-$3,000, scott #b39 var"},"lotNumber":"553","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - philately for the labor issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23592/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This is a single semi-postal stamp from the 'Philately for the Labor' issue, originating from the early Soviet Union. The stamp's central image is a muscular, seated male figure, possibly a worker, depicted in profile, holding a hammer and chisel. The background includes a patterned frame, Cyrillic characters such as 'РСФСР', and the dates '1917-1922', along with the denomination '10 Р.'. The stamp is made of paper, featuring a brown, black, and white design with some faded red overprinting.","soldPrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.829Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23592},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23593/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1923, inverted silver surcharge 4r +4r on 5000r violet, nicely centered and very fresh color, full og, previously hinged, vf and rare, expertized by romeko and others, raritan stamps guarantee, est. $3,500-$4,000, scott #b42a"},"lotNumber":"554","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - philately for the labor issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23593/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This is a single semi-postal stamp from the 'Philately for the Labor' issue, from the early Soviet Union. The stamp's design features a prominent, stylized, blocky fist grasping a banner with Cyrillic script that reads 'ПРОЛЕТАРИИ ВСЕХ СТРАН СОЕДИНЯЙТЕСЬ' (Workers of the world, unite!). The background shows industrial buildings, and the top includes 'ПОЧТА Р.С.Ф.С.Р. 5000 РУБ'. The stamp is made of paper and rendered in a monochrome blue-grey.","soldPrice":3250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.830Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23593},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23594/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"group of semi-postal issues: 1924-30, 17 mint stamps, representing leningrad flood and various child welfare issues, including two unissued stamps, nice and fresh group, full og, nh, mostly vf, est. $140-$180, scott #b43-57"},"lotNumber":"555","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - early soviet union items"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23594/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises 16 early Soviet Union semi-postal stamps. The collection includes stamps issued for the Leningrad flood relief, featuring various denominations and colors, some dated 1924. Additionally, there are stamps depicting portraits of children and adults, and others showing industrial or agricultural scenes with figures working, all containing Cyrillic text and various 'kopeek' denominations. The stamps are made of paper and showcase a range of color schemes and designs reflective of the period.","soldPrice":110,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.832Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23594},{"startPrice":250,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23595/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1929, child welfare issue, two stamps of 10+2k with perforation 12 1/2 and 10 1/2; three stamps of 20+2k with perforation 10, 12 1/2 and 10 1/2, mainly fresh quality, full og, nh (3, one expensive 10+2k) or vlh, f/vf, est. $300 -$350, scott #b54, a, b56, a, b"},"lotNumber":"556","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - early soviet union items"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23595/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of five semi-postal stamps from the early Soviet Union, specifically dedicated to 'беспризорным детям' (homeless children). Two stamps depict an indoor scene of children engaged in activities, possibly learning or working, in a brown and white color scheme. The remaining three stamps show an outdoor scene with multiple figures, possibly children and adults, in a blue and white palette. All stamps are made of paper, feature Cyrillic script, and are denominated '10 копеек' or '20 копеек'.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.834Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23595},{"startPrice":250,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23596/022/022.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1977-80, summer olympic games in moscow, complete set of 70 miniature sheets of 16 or 20, arranged in two souvenir illustrated albums with description and official certificates, in addition a dozen of stationery envelopes of olympic theme, nice quality, full og, nh, vf, est. $350 -$400, scott #b62/136"},"lotNumber":"557","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - soviet union items of 1977-90"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23596/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This is a full sheet of 16 semi-postal stamps from the Soviet Union, dating between 1977 and 1990, specifically from 1977. Each stamp features a shared design with elements for the city of Ivanovo ('ИВАНОВО'). The design includes the Olympic rings, a stylized coat of arms or shield, and the 'ПОЧТА СССР' inscription with a '1к + 50к' denomination. The sheet is perforated, with Cyrillic text, and has a light blue patterned border, made of paper.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.835Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23596},{"startPrice":1200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23597/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1988, zoo relief fund, 10+5k x2, 20+10k x3, top right corner sheet margin imperforated se-tenant block of five with label, control lights at the top selvage, full og, nh, vf, rare and guaranteed genuine, est. $1,800-$2,200, scott #b145a imp"},"lotNumber":"558","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - soviet union items of 1977-90"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23597/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1200,"aiDescription":"This is a partial sheet of semi-postal stamps from the Soviet Union, issued in 1988, dedicated to the 'ФОНД ПОМОЩИ ЗООПАРКАМ' (Zoopark Assistance Fund). The sheet features six stamps, each depicting a different wild animal: a bear, a wolf, a fox, a wild boar, and a lynx, with a zebra head logo in the center panel. Denominations are '10 к' and '20 к', with 'ПОЧТА СССР' in Cyrillic. The stamps are colorful portraits of animals, printed on paper.","soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.837Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23597},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23598/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1990, zoo relief fund, 10+5k, 20+10k x2, top right corner sheet margin imperforated se-tenant block of three with label, control lights at the right selvage, full og, nh, vf and guaranteed genuine, est. $200-$250, scott #b168a"},"lotNumber":"559","title":{"en":"semi-postal issues - soviet union items of 1977-90"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23598/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This item consists of Soviet Union semi-postal stamps issued between 1977 and 1990. The stamps feature different bird species such as Aquila chrysaetos (Golden Eagle), Falco cherrug (Saker Falcon), and Corvus corax (Raven). A stylized zebra head logo and the text \"ФОНД ПОМОЩИ ЗООПАРКАМ - 1990\" (Zoo Aid Fund - 1990) indicate a charitable purpose. The stamps are denominated in kopecks (k) and roubles (P) and include the inscription \"ПОЧТА СССР\" (USSR Post). Notable visual features include detailed illustrations of the birds and the distinct zebra emblem, alongside color calibration bars on the right edge of the sheet.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.262Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23598},{"startPrice":60,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23599/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, strongly shifted to the bottom (4mm) red airplane overprint on 45r green and black, full og, nh, vf a common stamp is included for comparison, est. $100-$120, scott #c1 var"},"lotNumber":"560","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - rsfsr issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23599/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":60,"aiDescription":"This lot contains two RSFSR air post stamps featuring a socialist realist design. The stamps depict a shirtless male figure, likely a worker or athlete, wielding a hammer and chisel, with a hammer and sickle emblem in the lower right. Overprinted in red is the text \"АВІА 1922-1923 1000\" (AVIA 1922-1923 1000), indicating a surcharge or special issue from that period. Both stamps are denominated as '45 P.' and are presented in a green and red color scheme.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.269Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23599},{"startPrice":15000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23600/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1923, 5r green with wide ''5'' variety, right sheet margin single on thinner paper, full og, tiny hinge trace like a small spot of gum loss, apparently nh, vf and extremely rare stamp of only 25 examples possible, raritan stamps guarantee, c.v.$40,000, est. $20,000- $25,000, scott #c4a"},"lotNumber":"561","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - fokker f111 issue and later surcharges"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23600/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":15000,"aiDescription":"This is an air post stamp from the USSR, part of the Fokker F.III issue, likely from 1923. The stamp features a biplane, identified as a Fokker F.III, flying over a landscape with buildings and trees. It is denominated as '5 РУБ.' (5 Rubles) and includes the inscription 'АВИОПОЧТА C.C.C.Р.' (Aviopochta USSR). The stamp is green, and the reverse side shows a faint impression of the design.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.277Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23600},{"startPrice":350,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23601/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1924, surcharge 10k on 5r green, complete pane of 25, representing different varieties of surcharge and basic stamps, including stamp on position 12 with narrow ''0'' variety of surcharge, full og, nh, vf, est. $400-$500, scott #c7, var"},"lotNumber":"562","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - fokker f111 issue and later surcharges"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23601/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":350,"aiDescription":"This lot is a full sheet of air post stamps from the USSR, belonging to the Fokker F.III issue with later surcharges, likely from 1923. Each stamp depicts a biplane, specifically a Fokker F.III, flying above a landscape with buildings and trees. The original denomination of '5 РУБ.' (5 Rubles) is overprinted with '10 коп. ЗОЛ.' (10 kopecks gold) and '5 РУБ (1923) 5 РУБ'. The sheet contains multiple individual stamps, all printed in green, with the inscription 'АВИОПОЧТА C.C.C.Р.' (Aviopochta USSR).","soldPrice":475,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.287Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23601},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23602/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1924, surcharge 10k on 5r green, wide ''5'' variety, fresh quality, full og, barest trace of hinge mark, vf, soviet philatelic guarantees, c.v. $1,250, est. $750-$1,000, scott #c7a"},"lotNumber":"563","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - fokker f111 issue and later surcharges"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23602/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This is a single USSR air post stamp from the Fokker F.III issue, featuring a later surcharge. The stamp, likely from 1923, depicts a biplane identified as a Fokker F.III flying over a landscape. It is denominated as '10 коп. ЗОЛ.' (10 kopecks gold) over an original '5 РУБ.' (5 Rubles) denomination, and includes the text 'АВИОПОЧТА C.C.C.Р.' (Aviopochta USSR). The stamp is green and shows signs of wear, typical for its age.","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.295Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23602},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23603/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1924, strongly shifted to the bottom black surcharge 15k on 1r brown, top right corner sheet margin block of four, full og with usual waves, nh, vf, a common stamp is included, est. $150-$200, scott #c8 var"},"lotNumber":"564","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - fokker f111 issue and later surcharges"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23603/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a block of four and a single air post stamp from the USSR, part of the Fokker F.III issue with later surcharges. The stamps, likely from 1923, feature a Fokker F.III biplane flying over a landscape. They bear an original '5 РУБ.' (5 Rubles) denomination with a surcharge of '15 коп. ЗОЛ.' (15 kopecks gold) and a date '1927' (potentially representing a year of revaluation or re-issue). The stamps are printed in a reddish-brown color, with the inscription 'АВИОПОЧТА C.C.C.Р.' (Aviopochta USSR).","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.312Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23603},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23604/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1927, 10k dark blue and yellow brown, a white spot over ''7'' in ''1927'' variety at right (position 26), full og, lh, f/vf centering, est. $100-$140, scott #c10 var"},"lotNumber":"565","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - air post conference in the hague"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23604/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This is an air post stamp from the USSR, commemorating the Air Post Conference in The Hague, dated 1927. The stamp features a biplane flying over a stylized map of Europe. It is predominantly blue and beige, with a prominent hammer and sickle emblem and the letters 'СССР' in the upper right. The inscription reads '1-ая МЕЖДУНАРОДНАЯ АВИО-ПОЧТОВАЯ КОНФЕРЕНЦИЯ 1927' (1st International Air-Post Conference 1927). The denomination is '10 КОП.' (10 kopecks).","soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.321Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23604},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23605/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1927, 10k and 15k, complete set of two in horizontal pairs used on first day air mail cover from moscow to paris, tied by ''1.9.27'' date stamp, paris ''5.9.27'' arrival marking, mostly vf, est. $150-$200, scott #c10-11"},"lotNumber":"566","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - air post conference in the hague"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23605/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This item is an air post cover from the USSR, featuring multiple stamps commemorating the Air Post Conference in The Hague from 1927. The cover includes two 10 kopeck stamps (blue) and two 15 kopeck stamps (red), all depicting a biplane flying over a map, similar to Lot 23604. The cover is addressed to \"Гр-ну С. КАЗАКОВУ. PARIS IX arr\" in France and features various postal markings, including \"ВОЗДУШНАЯ ПОЧТА Par avion\" (Air Mail Par avion) and 'ЗАКАЗНОЕ M-eur' (Registered Mail). The postmarks are dated 1927 and 1928, confirming the period of use.","soldPrice":110,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.336Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23605},{"startPrice":6000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23606/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1930, 40k ultra and 80k carmine, imperforated complete set of two in horizontal pairs, perfect condition with large margins all around, full og, nh, vf and rare in pairs, soviet philatelic guarantees, n. mandrovski certificate for each pair, est. $7,500-$9,000, scott #c12b-13b"},"lotNumber":"567","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - moscow zeppelin flight issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23606/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":6000,"aiDescription":"This lot presents two blocks of two air post stamps from the USSR, part of the Moscow Zeppelin flight issue. The stamps depict a zeppelin airship flying over a cityscape with a large worker figure in the foreground, holding a flag. The top block is blue and denominated '40 КОП.' (40 kopecks), while the bottom block is reddish-brown and denominated '80 КОП.' (80 kopecks). Both blocks carry the inscription 'ПОЧТА-СССР' (Post-USSR) and depict a celebratory scene associated with the '5 ЛЕТ' (5 Years) anniversary, likely related to a specific event in the early 1930s.","soldPrice":8500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.341Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23606},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23607/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1931, airship over kremlin, 20k dark carmine, four-side margins imperforated single with vertical position of watermark borders and rosettes, full og, nh, vf and scarce watermark variety, est. $150-$200, scott #c17 var"},"lotNumber":"568","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - airships issue of 1931-32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23607/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This is an air post stamp from the USSR, part of the Airships issue of 1931-32. The stamp features a large dirigible or airship flying over a silhouette of Moscow's iconic buildings, including a prominent structure resembling the Kremlin. Printed in red, the stamp includes the Cyrillic inscription 'ДИРИЖАБЛЕСТРОЕНИЕ СССР' (Airship Construction USSR) at the top. The denomination '20 ПОЧТА КОПЕЕК 20' (20 Post Kopecks 20) is at the bottom. The reverse side is blank.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.343Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23607},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23608/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1931, airship constructions, 10k-1r, complete set of five, all with perforation l12 1/2, full og, nh, mainly vf, est. $200-$250, scott #c20-24"},"lotNumber":"569","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - airships issue of 1931-32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23608/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot features a set of five USSR air post stamps from the 1931-32 'Airships' issue. The stamps depict various airships (zeppelins) in different settings. Subjects include airships flying over camels and deer, over an industrial cityscape, and above a global map indicating flight routes. The stamps are multi-colored (purple, blue, red, gray, green) and bear Cyrillic text, denoting 'CCCP' (USSR), 'почта' (post), and 'ДИРИЖАБЛЕСТРОЕНИЕ' (Airship Construction), with values ranging from 10 kopeeks to 1 ruble. These philatelic items are notable for their depiction of early 20th-century aviation and Soviet industrial themes.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.100Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23608},{"startPrice":2500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23609/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1931, airship over the arctic region, 50k dark brown, comb perforation 10 1/2x12, right sheet margin single with double impression of the design, nice and post office fresh, full og, nh, vf and very rare, only a handful of this rarity is known, this one is the best preserved example, est. $3,000-$4,000, scott #c23 var"},"lotNumber":"570","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - airships issue of 1931-32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23609/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2500,"aiDescription":"This is a single USSR air post stamp, part of the 1931-32 'Airships' issue, valued at 50 kopeeks. The stamp features a monochromatic gray design depicting an airship (zeppelin) flying above a map of the globe, with lines indicating flight routes. Inscriptions in Cyrillic read 'CCCP' (USSR), 'почта' (post), and 'ДИРИЖАБЛЕСТРОЕНИЕ' (Airship Construction). The stamp has a perforated edge on three sides, with the left edge being a straight, imperforate margin, suggesting it might be from the edge of a sheet or a proof.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.102Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23609},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23610/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1931, airship over the arctic region, 50k dark gray blue, error of color, nicely centered, full og with tiny gum wrinkle, which is not really important, nh, vf, c.v. $900, est. $400-$500, scott #c23a"},"lotNumber":"571","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - airships issue of 1931-32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23610/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a single USSR air post stamp from the 1931-32 'Airships' issue, valued at 50 kopeeks. The stamp's design, in a muted blue-gray tone, prominently features an airship (zeppelin) soaring above a geographical map of the world, with interconnected lines illustrating flight paths. The stamp includes Cyrillic text 'CCCP' (USSR), 'почта' (post), and 'ДИРИЖАБЛЕСТРОЕНИЕ' (Airship Construction). The philatelic item is notable for its exploration of early air travel and global connectivity in the Soviet era, with perforations on all sides.","soldPrice":350,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.104Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23610},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23611/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1931, airship over the arctic region, 50k dark gray blue, error of color on thinned (no more then 0.075mm) paper, left sheet margin single, full og, nh, vf (lh on selvage) and very scarce, est. $500-$700, scott #c23a var"},"lotNumber":"572","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - airships issue of 1931-32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23611/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This is a single USSR air post stamp from the 1931-32 'Airships' issue, valued at 50 kopeeks. The stamp features a blue-gray design depicting an airship (zeppelin) in flight above a global map with marked routes, reflecting themes of aviation and exploration. Cyrillic inscriptions include 'CCCP' (USSR), 'почта' (post), and 'ДИРИЖАБЛЕСТРОЕНИЕ' (Airship Construction). This particular stamp is characterized by perforations on three sides, with a wide, imperforate left margin, indicating it originated from the selvage of a stamp sheet.","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.105Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23611},{"startPrice":7500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23612/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1931, airship over the arctic region, perforated (10 3/4) trial color proof of 50k in dark brownish violet on paper with horizontal watermark borders and rosettes, removed from a presentation card with text ''project'' at the bottom, vf and extremely rare item. only 48 imperforated proofs in brownish violet color were produced, perforated proofs of this stamp were not known to specialists until now, v. zagorsky certificate, est. $9,000-$12,000, scott #c23"},"lotNumber":"573","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - airships issue of 1931-32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23612/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":7500,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a single USSR air post stamp from the 1931-32 'Airships' issue, denominated at 50 kopeeks. The stamp's design is presented in a monochromatic gray, showcasing an airship (zeppelin) flying over a world map crisscrossed with flight paths. Prominent Cyrillic text identifies it as 'CCCP' (USSR), 'почта' (post), and 'ДИРИЖАБЛЕСТРОЕНИЕ' (Airship Construction). An additional overprint or handwritten text in red, 'ПРОБНО' (PROOF), is visible at the bottom, suggesting this may be a trial or proof impression.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.107Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23612},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23613/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1932, airship over the dnieper dam, 15k gray black, engraved printing, perforation 10 1/2, nicely centered for this difficult stamp, full og, light trace of hinge, vf, this stamp has been sold at cherrystone auction in may 2012, lot #2502, for $1,500 plus appropriate fees, est. $1,200- $1,500, scott #c25a"},"lotNumber":"574","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - airships issue of 1931-32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23613/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This lot offers a single USSR air post stamp from the 1931-32 'Airships' issue, with a face value of 15 kopeeks. The stamp's design, rendered in a distinctive blue-gray, features a large airship (zeppelin) positioned over an industrial landscape, complete with factory buildings and scaffolding. Cyrillic text 'CCCP' (USSR), 'почта' (post), and 'ДИРИЖАБЛЕСТРОЕНИЕ' (Airship Construction) are clearly visible. This philatelic item is notable for its detailed depiction of Soviet industrial development and the advancements in airship technology during the period, framed by perforations on all four sides.","soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.108Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23613},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23614/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1932, airship over the dnieper dam, 15k gray black, engraved printing, enlarged margin at top with nice margins at other sides, full og, previously hinged, vf and very scarce stamp of only 100 printed, several expert's hs on reverse, est. $2,000- $2,500, scott #c25c"},"lotNumber":"575","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - airships issue of 1931-32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23614/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a single USSR air post stamp from the 1931-32 'Airships' issue, valued at 15 kopeeks. The stamp's design is a monochromatic blue-gray depiction of a large airship (zeppelin) positioned over an industrial complex with buildings and construction elements. Cyrillic inscriptions include 'CCCP' (USSR), 'почта' (post), and 'ДИРИЖАБЛЕСТРОЕНИЕ' (Airship Construction). This stamp is distinguished by its imperforate nature on all sides, suggesting it might be a proof, essay, or part of an unissued sheet, making it a unique philatelic item focused on Soviet industrial and aviation progress.","soldPrice":2500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.110Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23614},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23615/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, special delivery registered cover from kharkov to mannheim, franked by five commemorative stamps, including airship over the dnieper dam 15k gray, engraved stamp with perforation 14, which is very scarce, all appropriate markings and arrival ds on reverse, vf, est. $300-$400, scott #c25b"},"lotNumber":"576","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - airships issue of 1931-32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23615/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot features a philatelic cover postmarked from Kharkov (Ukraine) in 1932, adorned with multiple Soviet air post stamps. Notable among these are stamps from the 1931-32 'Airships' issue, including a 15-kopek airship stamp and others depicting a portrait, workers, and a cityscape. The cover bears various transit marks and postal annotations, including a Berlin postmark from 1932 and handwritten addresses in German and Cyrillic, along with an 'Air Post' label. This item is a historical artifact showcasing early international airmail correspondence from the USSR, complete with intricate franking and routing details.","soldPrice":210,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.111Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23615},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23616/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1932, 50k carmine and 1r green, complete set of two, both with perforation l12 1/2, nicely centered, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $315, est. $150-$200, scott #c34-35a"},"lotNumber":"577","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - international polar year issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23616/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a pair of USSR air post stamps from the 'International Polar Year 1932-33' issue, in red (50 kopeeks) and green (1 ruble) denominations. Both stamps share a design featuring a central polar projection map, an airplane in the top left, and an icebreaker ship in the bottom left, with the hammer and sickle symbol in the upper right. Cyrillic text reads '2Й МЕЖДУНАРОДНЫЙ ПОЛЯРНЫЙ ГОД 1932-33' and 'CCCP АВИО ЭКСПРЕСС', alongside French text '2ME ANNÉE POLAIRE INTERNATIONAL 1932-33'. These philatelic items commemorate international scientific exploration of the Arctic, combining cartography, aviation, and maritime themes.","soldPrice":110,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.113Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23616},{"startPrice":6000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23617/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1932, 50k carmine rose, perforation 10 1/2, well centered with large margins all around with a part of sheet margin at right, full og with slight wrinkles as always, lh, vf example of this air post and soviet union rarity, ex-maslowski, this stamp has been sold by cherrystone auction in april 2017, lot #128 for $11,500, c.v. $30,000, est. $10,000-$12,000, scott #c34a"},"lotNumber":"578","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - international polar year issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23617/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":6000,"aiDescription":"This is a single USSR air post stamp from the 'International Polar Year 1932-33' issue, valued at 50 kopeeks. The stamp features a red design, centrally depicting a polar projection map, an airplane in the upper left, an icebreaker ship in the lower left, and the hammer and sickle emblem in the upper right. It is inscribed in Cyrillic '2Й МЕЖДУНАРОДНЫЙ ПОЛЯРНЫЙ ГОД 1932-33' and 'CCCP АВИО ЭКСПРЕСС', with additional French text '2ME ANNÉE POLAIRE INTERNATIONAL 1932-33'. This philatelic item commemorates the international scientific efforts in polar exploration during the specified period, with a focus on aviation and maritime transport in the Arctic.","soldPrice":10000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:12.117Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23617},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23618/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1932 (8.28), franz josef land - arkhangelsk prospective flight postcard and cover addressed to vienna and moscow, franked by international polar year single stamp of 50k or by a complete set of 50k and 1r respectively, the flight did not take place due to technical difficulties, all correspondences went from arkhangelsk, all appropriate marking presented, mostly vf, est. $200- $250, scott #c34-35"},"lotNumber":"579","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - international polar year issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23618/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot features two philatelic covers from the Soviet Union's 'International Polar Year' issue, dating to 1932-33. Both are air post covers, with the top cover bearing two 1932-33 stamps depicting an airplane over a map, in red and green hues, and Cyrillic script. The bottom cover includes multiple stamps from the same series, displaying different denominations and colors, alongside various circular postmarks. The covers showcase both machine-printed stamps and handwritten addresses in Cyrillic and Latin scripts, reflecting early international airmail communication related to polar exploration.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.216Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23618},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23619/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1933, 5k-20k, complete set of three, blocks of four, 10k and 20k with bottom or top sheet margins, post office fresh quality, full og, nh, vf, raritan stamps guarantee (2015), est. $2,000-$2,500, scott #c37-39"},"lotNumber":"580","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - stratostat ''ussr 1'' issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23619/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This lot contains multiple blocks of Soviet air post stamps from the 'Stratostat ''USSR 1''' issue, dated 1933. The stamps depict a large, elongated stratospheric balloon, with denominations of 5, 10, and 20 kopecks. The stamps are presented in sheets of four, with some blocks showing perforations. Colors include blue, red, and purple, all featuring Cyrillic script and the date '30.IX.33', indicating their release in conjunction with the stratostat's flight.","soldPrice":2500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.218Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23619},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23620/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1933, imperforated trial color proof of 5k in light brown, horizontal position of watermark, nice margins around, full og, lh, vf, expertized by z. mikulski, est. $2,500-$3,500, scott #c37"},"lotNumber":"581","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - stratostat ''ussr 1'' issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23620/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"aiDescription":"This item is a single Soviet air post stamp from the 'Stratostat ''USSR 1''' issue, dated 1933. The stamp is a 5 kopeck denomination, rendered in a sepia tone. Its central image depicts a large, elongated stratospheric balloon ascending above a stylized cityscape, with the Cyrillic inscription 'АВИОПОЧТА СССР' (Airmail USSR) vertically on the left and '30.IX.33' on the right. This philatelic item commemorates the \"USSR 1\" stratospheric balloon flight.","soldPrice":1700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.220Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23620},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23621/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1933, 10k carmine and 20k violet, two horizontal pairs used on cover from moscow to london in 1938, no backstamp as always exists with regular mail, mainly vf, est. $150-$200, scott #c38-39"},"lotNumber":"582","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - stratostat ''ussr 1'' issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23621/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot features a Soviet air post cover from the 'Stratostat ''USSR 1''' issue, dated 1933. The cover is adorned with four stamps, two 10 kopeck red stamps and two 20 kopeck purple stamps, all depicting the 'USSR 1' stratospheric balloon. Each stamp block is postmarked with a circular 'МОСКВА' (Moscow) cancellation dated '1933'. The cover is addressed in Latin script to 'Basil Krieger Esq.' in London, England, highlighting its international airmail usage related to the stratostat flight.","soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.221Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23621},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23622/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, 5k, 20k, 80k, three stamps on paper without watermark, chelyuskin rescue 1k and 3k, as well as three stamps of ethnographic set and k. marx 3k green, the total is nine commemorative values used on cover from moscow to germany, marked ''par avion'' on reverse, mostly vf and a spectacular item, est. $150-$200, scott #c45, c47, c49, c58-59"},"lotNumber":"583","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - civil aviation issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23622/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a Soviet air post cover from the 'Civil Aviation' issue, featuring a collection of postage stamps. The cover is postmarked '1930' from Moscow and addressed to Berlin, Germany. Stamps include various designs and denominations, such as portraits, airplanes, and a cityscape, ranging in colors like red, green, blue, and brown. Two prominent airmail stamps depict biplanes in flight, one in blue with a '5' kopeck denomination and another in red with '20' kopeck. The reverse side shows a faint cancellation mark.","soldPrice":110,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.223Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23622},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23623/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1934, ilya usyskin, 5k brownish lilac, a single with perforation 14, vertical position of watermark borders and rosettes, full og, nh, vf, expertized by z. mikulski, est. $120-$150, scott #c50a"},"lotNumber":"584","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - stratosphere disaster issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23623/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":75,"aiDescription":"This item is a single Soviet air post stamp from the 'Stratosphere Disaster' issue, dated 1934. The stamp is a 5 kopeck denomination, presented in a monochromatic sepia tone. It features a portrait of 'УСЫСКИН И.Д.' (Usyskin I.D.), one of the stratostat crew members, against a background of a stratospheric balloon envelope. The stamp includes text in Cyrillic script, notably '22,000 МЕТРОВ 30.I.1934', commemorating the altitude and date of the ill-fated stratospheric flight and its crew.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.224Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23623},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23624/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1934, 5k, 10k and 20k, complete set of three used on registered philatelic exchange cover from moscow to usa, tied by moscow ''21.10.34'' date stamp, exchange tax stamp 5k/70k is on reverse and cancelled by 8-line official cachet, nyc ''11. 1.1934'' transit and columbus, oh ''nov.2.1934'' arrival markings, minor wear on reverse and discoloration on front, still f/vf and extremely rare franking by complete set, est. $600-$750, scott #c50-52"},"lotNumber":"585","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - stratosphere disaster issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23624/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a Soviet air post cover from the 'Stratosphere Disaster' issue, postmarked in February 1934 from Moscow. The cover features three stamps: a 20 kopeck blue, a 5 kopeck red, and a 10 kopeck sepia-toned stamp, each depicting one of the stratospheric balloon crew members. The front of the cover is addressed to 'J.B. Miller' in Columbus, Ohio, USA, with additional US postmarks from November 1934. The reverse side provides a sender's address in Moscow.","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.226Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23624},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23625/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, 1k-50k, complete set of ten, fresh colors and nice centering, full og (25k with minor gum disturbance at top), nh, vf and scarce in never hinged condition, est. $1,000-$1,300, scott #c58-67"},"lotNumber":"586","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - chelyuskin rescue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23625/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a collection of Soviet air post stamps from the 'Chelyuskin Rescue' issue. The stamps, in various denominations and colors, commemorate the rescue efforts following the sinking of the steamship Chelyuskin in 1934. Designs include portraits of naval and aviation heroes, ships, airplanes, and polar scenes with icebergs and polar bears. The collection is presented as individual stamps and strips, some depicting the heroes alongside their aircraft or the rescue operation.","soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.228Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23625},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23626/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, 1k-50k, complete set of ten, post office fresh quality unit, full og, nh, vf and scarce in such state of preservation, est. $1,500-$1,800, scott #c58-67"},"lotNumber":"587","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - chelyuskin rescue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23626/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a comprehensive collection of Soviet air post stamps from the 'Chelyuskin Rescue' issue, likely dating to 1934. The set includes various denominations (1, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40, 50 kopecks) and vibrant colors such as red, green, blue, and purple. Designs feature portraits of the 'Герои СССР' (Heroes of the USSR), scenes of ships, airplanes, and polar landscapes, commemorating the rescue operation of the Chelyuskin expedition members. The stamps are perforated and presented in an organized layout.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.229Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23626},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23627/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, mikhail vodopyanov 25k indigo, one of two ''key'' values of the chelyuskin rescue set, used in 1938 on illustrated air mail registered cover from pushkin (leningrad obl.) to kaluga, together with two other commemorative stamps, appropriate markings and arrival ds on reverse, vf, est. $250-$300, scott #c64"},"lotNumber":"588","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - chelyuskin rescue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23627/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot features a philatelic cover from the Soviet Union, likely related to the 'Chelyuskin Rescue' issue, with a postmark from 'Пушкин' (Pushkin). The cover is adorned with multiple Soviet stamps, including an air post stamp featuring a portrait and an airplane, denoting a '25' kopeck value. The cachet on the envelope depicts airplanes flying over an arctic landscape with an encampment below, further illustrating the polar rescue theme. The cover is addressed in Cyrillic script to a recipient in Kaluga Oblast and has a 'Par avion' label, indicating airmail service.","soldPrice":210,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:11.230Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23627},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23628/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, red surcharge 1r on 10k dark brown, horizontal position of watermark borders and rosettes, position 14 of 25-stamp setting, tiny natural paper inclusion at left, full og, barest trace of hinge, vf, soviet philatelic guarantee and expert's pencil sign, est. $900-$1,200, scott #c68 var"},"lotNumber":"589","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - moscow-san francisco flight"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23628/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"aiDescription":"This item is an air post stamp from the USSR, dating to 1935. It commemorates the Moscow-San Francisco flight over the North Pole, featuring a portrait of D. Lebedev, a biplane, and a laurel wreath. The stamp is printed in grayscale with red Cyrillic text indicating the flight details, year, and a \"10 KOP\" (kopek) denomination, along with \"АВИОПОЧТА\" (Aviopochta) for airmail. The reverse side shows evidence of a previous hinge or mount, and some faint text, possibly from the gum or a watermark.","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:18.479Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23628},{"startPrice":4000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23629/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, red surcharge 1r on 10k dark brown, unfolded block of four, positions 17- 18/22-23 of 25-stamp setting, excellent quality item, full og, nh, vf, each stamp with soviet philatelic guarantee, n. mandrovski certificate, est. $6,000-$7,000, scott #c68"},"lotNumber":"590","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - moscow-san francisco flight"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23629/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":4000,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four air post stamps from the USSR, issued in 1935. Each stamp commemorates the Moscow-San Francisco flight over the North Pole, depicting a portrait of D. Lebedev, a biplane, and a laurel wreath against a grayscale background. Red Cyrillic text details the flight, year, and a \"10 KOP\" (kopek) denomination, with \"АВИОПОЧТА\" (Aviopochta) for airmail. The stamps are perforated and are likely printed on paper.","soldPrice":4250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:18.480Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23629},{"startPrice":450,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23630/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1935, red surcharge 1r on 10k dark brown, small ''f'' variety of surcharge, position 10 of 25-stamp setting, full og, barest trace of hinge, looks nh, vf, soviet philatelic guarantee on reverse, c.v. $1,500, est. $600-$750, scott #c68b"},"lotNumber":"591","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - moscow-san francisco flight"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23630/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":450,"aiDescription":"This item is an air post stamp from the USSR, dated 1935, celebrating the Moscow-San Francisco flight over the North Pole. The stamp features a grayscale portrait of D. Lebedev with a laurel wreath, an early biplane flying below, and the text \"ГЕРОИ СССР\" (Heroes of the USSR). Red Cyrillic text beneath the plane specifies \"Перелет Москва Сан-Франциско через Сев. полюс 1935\" (Flight Moscow San Francisco over North Pole 1935) and a \"10 КОП\" (kopek) denomination. The bottom of the stamp also bears \"АВИОПОЧТА\" (Aviopochta) in ornate script.","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:18.482Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23630},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23631/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23631/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, 20k black and gray green, broken ''2'' at left value tablet, full og, nh, f/vf centering, scarce and unrecorded variety, est. $200-$250, scott #c70 var"},"lotNumber":"592","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - aviation exhibition of 1937 issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23631/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This item is an air post stamp from the USSR, issued for the Aviation Exhibition of 1937. The stamp features a green and grey color scheme, depicting a twin-propeller aircraft in flight over a landscape with trees and mountains. The aircraft has visible text, possibly \"Известия\" (Izvestia), on its side. The top of the stamp includes the hammer and sickle emblem, \"АВИОПОЧТА СССР\" (Aviopochta USSR), and the bottom shows a \"20 КОПЕЕК\" (kopek) denomination in Cyrillic.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:18.484Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23631},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23632/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1937, 1r black, buff and red brown, souvenir sheet of four of appropriate size 165x90mm, practically flawless, full og, nh, vf, c.v. $450, est. $150- $200, scott #c75a"},"lotNumber":"593","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - aviation exhibition of 1937 issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23632/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four air post stamps from the USSR, part of the 1937 aviation exhibition issue. Each stamp depicts a multi-engine aircraft flying over a city skyline, featuring a monument resembling the Rostral Column and a lion statue, rendered in subtle pastel tones. The top left corner of each stamp shows the hammer and sickle emblem with \"СССР АВИОПОЧТА\" (USSR Aviopochta). A \"1 РУБ\" (ruble) denomination is prominently displayed at the bottom of each stamp.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:18.485Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23632},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23633/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1955, north pole - moscow flight, red overprint on 1r multicolored, horizontal pair, left stamp has no dash in front of moscow variety, full og, nh, vf, est. $150-$200, scott #c95, var"},"lotNumber":"594","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - issues of 1955-61"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23633/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This item consists of two conjoined air post stamps from the USSR, part of the 1955-61 issues, specifically from 1955. The stamps depict a silver passenger airplane in flight over a body of water with pine trees on a rocky shore, against a soft, light-colored sky. Cyrillic text reads \"Авиапочта СССР\" (Aviopochta USSR) at the top, and \"Сев. полюс - Москва 1955 г. ДАЛЬНИЙ ВОСТОК\" (North Pole - Moscow 1955 Far East) at the bottom. Each stamp bears a \"1 РУБ\" (ruble) denomination.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:18.487Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23633},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23634/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1955, north pole - moscow flight, red overprint on 2r black and yellow green, perforation l12 1/2 instead of comb 12x12 1/2, unfolded block of four, bottom left stamp has no dash variety, full og, nh, vf and rare multiple, est. $2,750-$3,250, scott #c96 var"},"lotNumber":"595","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - issues of 1955-61"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23634/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"aiDescription":"This item is a block of four air post stamps from the USSR, issued in 1955 as part of the 1955-61 series. Each stamp features a gray passenger airplane flying above a dense green forest with a winding river, against a light blue sky. Cyrillic text at the top reads \"СССР Авиапочта\" (USSR Aviopochta), and below the airplane, \"\"Сев. полюс\" \u2013 Москва 1955 г.\" (North Pole \u2013 Moscow 1955). Each stamp is denominated \"2 РУБ\" (rubles), and printed on paper with perforations.","soldPrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:18.488Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23634},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23635/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1961, helicopter over the kremlin, black surcharge 6k on 60k ultramarine, horizontal pair, right stamp without ''6'' variety of surcharge (positions 19-20 of 80-stamp sheet), full og, left stamp has somewhat gum foxing in places, right one (error) is completely all right, nh, vf and scarce error, which occurs in a small part of print run only, n. mandrovski certificate, est. $1,500-$1,800, scott #c98, var"},"lotNumber":"596","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - issues of 1955-61"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23635/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"aiDescription":"This item consists of two conjoined air post stamps from the USSR, issued in 1961 as part of the 1955-61 series. The stamps are predominantly blue, depicting a white helicopter flying above a stylized depiction of the Moscow Kremlin, including towers and buildings. Cyrillic text at the top reads \"АВИА\" (Avia), and at the bottom, \"1961 г. ПОЧТА СССР\" (1961 Post USSR). Each stamp is denominated \"6 КОП.\" (kopeks) and features wavy lines below the helicopter, possibly representing air currents or an insignia.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:18.489Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23635},{"startPrice":400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23636/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23636/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, red surcharge (type iii) 1200m on russian consular stamp of 10k lilac on green and buff network, position 10 (broken ''f'' in r.s.f.s.r.) of 25-stamp setting, full og, previously hinged, vf, soviet philatelic guarantee, z. mikulski opinion (stamp position 5 mentioned by mistake), only five stamps of type iii are in a complete sheet, c.v. $975, est. $600-$750, scott #co5"},"lotNumber":"597","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - air post official stamps"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23636/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"aiDescription":"This item is an air post official stamp from the USSR, featuring a pale green background with a dark blue decorative frame. The stamp includes an oval vignette on the left with a red double-headed eagle emblem and Cyrillic text \"Р.С.Ф.С.Р.\" (R.S.F.S.R.). To the right, an ornate cartouche contains a \"10 КОП.\" (kopek) denomination in red overprint and blue text. The top border has \"ВОЗДУШНАЯ ПОЧТА\" (Air Mail) in red overprint, and the bottom features \"1200 герм. марок\" (German marks) in red, indicating its official use or valuation.","soldPrice":475,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:18.491Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23636},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23637/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23637/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1922, red surcharge (type i) 1200m on russian consular stamp of 2.25r dark blue on green and buff network, position 21 (spaced a dot after ''f'' in r.s.f.s.r.) of 25- stamp setting, full og, previously hinged, vf, z. mikulski opinion, c.v. $1,950, est. $900-$1,200, scott #co7"},"lotNumber":"598","title":{"en":"air post stamps and covers - air post official stamps"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23637/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This item is an air post official stamp from the USSR, characterized by a light blue and white color scheme with dark blue intricate patterns. It features an oval vignette with a red double-headed eagle emblem and Cyrillic text \"Р.С.Ф.С.Р.\" (R.S.F.S.R.) on the left. A decorative panel to the right contains a \"2 Р. 25 К.\" (rubles 25 kopeks) denomination in red overprint. The top border bears \"ВОЗДУШНАЯ ПОЧТА\" (Air Mail) in red overprint, while the bottom of the stamp displays \"1200 герм. марок\" (German marks) in red, suggesting its official postal use or value equivalency.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:18.492Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23637},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23638/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1924, red surcharge 10k on 35k ultra, horizontal pair, left stamp without the surcharge, full og, lh, vf, c.v. $550, est. $250-$300, scott #j5a"},"lotNumber":"599","title":{"en":"postage due stamps - surcharges on sword breaking chain stamps"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23638/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot features two Russian postage due stamps, characterized by surcharges applied to \"sword breaking chain\" stamps. Both stamps, in blue and white, depict a hand grasping a sword, which is breaking a chain. The stamp on the right exhibits red Cyrillic text overprinted on the original design. Each stamp bears a denomination of \"35 коп\" (35 kopecks) at the bottom. The stamps are perforated.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:23.314Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23638},{"startPrice":6000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23639/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23639/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23639/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1925, 1k red, 2k lilac, 8k green and 10k dark blue, imperforated complete set of four (3k, 7k and 14k are not known imperforate), litho printing on wove paper, full og, lh, vf and extremely rare, each stamp with n. mandrovski certificate, some specialists are considering these stamps as plate proofs, est. $8,000-$12,000, scott #j11-12, j16-17 imp"},"lotNumber":"600","title":{"en":"postage due stamps - 'numerals'' issue of 1925"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23639/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":6000,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises four Soviet Union postage due stamps, part of the 'numerals' issue of 1925. Each stamp features a large numeral (1, 2, 8, and 10) at its center, with the hammer and sickle emblem above. Surrounding the numeral and emblem is Cyrillic text, including \"ПОЧТА С.С.С.Р.\" and \"ДОПЛАТА\". The stamps are in different colors: red (1 kopeck), purple (2 kopecks), green (8 kopecks), and blue (10 kopecks), and are imperforate.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:23.316Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23639},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23640/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1925, 10k dark blue, litho printing, perforation 14 1/2x14, nice centering and bold color, full og, barest trace of hinge mark, vf and very rare stamp, v. liapine certificate, est. $7,500-$9,000, scott #j16a"},"lotNumber":"601","title":{"en":"postage due stamps - 'numerals'' issue of 1925"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23640/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union postage due stamp from the 'numerals' issue of 1925. The stamp is blue and features a large white numeral '10' at its center, with the hammer and sickle emblem above it. Cyrillic text, including \"ПОЧТА С.С.С.Р.\" and \"ДОПЛАТА,\" is arranged around the central design. The stamp is perforated and has decorative corner elements.","soldPrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:23.319Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23640},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23641/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1923, philatelic exchange cover from moscow to germany, bearing on reverse red surcharge 250r on ''sword breaking chain'' 35k ultra, tied by violet boxed official hs, franked on front and reverse altogether by 27 stamps, leipzig arrival marking, mostly vf, standard cat. #sl13, est. $150-$200"},"lotNumber":"602","title":{"en":"philatelic exchange tax stamps - rsfsr period - 1st issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23641/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of two envelopes from the RSFSR period, featuring the 1st issue of philatelic exchange tax stamps. Both envelopes are light grey, addressed to \"Walter Ruf\" in \"Leipzig, Germany,\" and bear various handwritten notes and postal markings in Cyrillic and German. Multiple stamps with a star-like design, incorporating the hammer and sickle, are affixed to each envelope, along with additional postal stamps and circular date stamps, predominantly from Moscow, dated to 1923.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:23.321Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23641},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23642/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1924, philatelic exchange cover from moscow to berlin, bearing on reverse black surcharge 3k on imperial insurance stamp of 3r maroon on green network, tied by 7-line official cachet and signed (no facsimile) by fedor chuchin, franked by 13 stamps on front and reverse, arrival ds and all appropriate markings, f/vf, standard cat. #pe2, est. $150-$200"},"lotNumber":"603","title":{"en":"philatelic exchange tax stamps - soviet union - 2nd issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23642/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot contains two envelopes from the Soviet Union, featuring 2nd issue philatelic exchange tax stamps. Both light-colored envelopes are addressed to \"Walter Beckhaus\" in \"Berlin,\" with handwritten details in both Cyrillic and German. The right envelope is heavily covered with an array of stamps in various colors (red, blue, orange, brown), including multiple small stamps depicting the hammer and sickle, as well as larger stamps with portrait designs. Numerous postal cancellations and marks in Cyrillic are visible across the stamps and envelopes, with dates indicating 1925.","soldPrice":110,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:23.322Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23642},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23643/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1923, gold surcharge 5k on imperial insurance stamp of 5r in dark blue on pale blue network, perforation 12 1/2, block of four with left stamps of type i, both right stamps have no accent over ''i'', top one has all square dots, bottom one - last dot in round-shape, in addition right stamps have vertical line of invalidating perforation, full og, nh, vf and interesting block for a specialist, standard cat. #pe4a, est. $250- $300"},"lotNumber":"604","title":{"en":"philatelic exchange tax stamps - soviet union - 2nd issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23643/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a block of four Soviet Union philatelic exchange tax stamps, representing the 2nd issue. Each stamp is blue and features a detailed central design with text in Cyrillic, including \"ДОХОДОВЪ И СТРАХОВАНІЯ\" and \"ПЯТЬ РУБ.\" along with the denomination \"5 РУБ.\" The stamps show a stylized imperial double-headed eagle emblem in gold, with some red elements. They are imperforate, forming a connected block with a margin on the left side.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:23.324Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23643},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23644/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1931, philatelic exchange cover from moscow (originated from kharkov) to germany, bearing on reverse black surcharge 5k on 100r yellow orange, imperf at top left corner, tied by 8-line official cachet, franked by six values, including three stamps of the hague air conference 10k blue and light brown, all appropriate markings and arrival ds, mostly vf, standard cat. #pe14, est. $140-$180"},"lotNumber":"605","title":{"en":"philatelic exchange tax stamps - soviet union - 4th issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23644/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of two envelopes from the Soviet Union, bearing 4th issue philatelic exchange tax stamps. Both light-colored envelopes are addressed to \"Robert Streitberger\" in \"Cottbus/Deutschland,\" with addresses written in Cyrillic and German. The top envelope features several pictorial stamps, including blue stamps with an airplane design marked \"10 МЕЖДУНАРОДНАЯ\" and yellow stamps with Cyrillic text, as well as a red stamp depicting a building. Various postal cancellations and stamps, including a foreign exchange stamp with \"5 К.\" denomination, are present on both envelopes, with dates around 1927 and 1930.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:23.326Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23644},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23645/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1931, black handstamped surcharge 10k over black surcharge 25k on 300r green, top imperforated margin block of four, nice and fresh, full og, nh, vf and rare multiple, guaranteed genuine, standard cat. #pe19, est. $1,200-$1,500"},"lotNumber":"606","title":{"en":"philatelic exchange tax stamps - soviet union - 5th issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23645/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"aiDescription":"This lot features a block of four Soviet Union philatelic exchange tax stamps, representing the 5th issue. Each stamp is predominantly green with a white background and features a bold central design with the Cyrillic word \"КОНТРОЛЬ\" (Control) printed vertically, along with \"ЗАГРАНИЧНОГО\" and \"ОБМЕНА\". The denominations \"25 Р.\" and \"300 РУБ.\" are also visible. The stamps are imperforate and display a decorative border with dots.","soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:23.329Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23645},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23646/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1932-33, inverted black surcharge 10r on ''sword breaking chain'' 35k ultra, full og, nh, f/vf centering, est. $200-$240"},"lotNumber":"607","title":{"en":"philatelic exchange tax stamps - soviet union - 6th issue"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23646/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This is a single Soviet Union philatelic exchange tax stamp, part of the 6th issue. The stamp is blue and features a circular central motif depicting a hand breaking a chain with a sword. Overprinted diagonally in black Cyrillic text is \"КОНТРОЛЬ ЗАГРАНИЧНОГО ОБМЕНА\" (Control of Foreign Exchange). The stamp has a denomination of \"35 коп\" at the bottom and is perforated.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:23.330Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23646},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23647/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23647/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23647/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23647/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23647/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23647/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1918-23, well-completed unit of about 200 mostly mint stamps, starting with ''sword breaking chain'' issue, including postage, semi-postals and air post stamps for the period, paper and color varieties, surcharge errors, nice range of ''star'' surcharges and later definitives, fresh condition, full og with many nh stamps, est. $300- $400, scott #149/241c, b14/37, var"},"lotNumber":"608","title":{"en":"collections and group lots - rsfsr collection on vario pages"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23647/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a collection of RSFSR stamps mounted on vario pages, comprising a wide variety of designs and denominations. The collection includes stamps featuring eagles, the hammer and sickle, agricultural implements, and numerals, with denominations ranging from kopecks to thousands of rubles. The stamps are in various colors (blue, orange, red, green, purple) and include both perforated and imperforate examples. Cyrillic text such as \"РОССІЯ,\" \"ПОЧТА,\" and \"РУБ\" is prominent, offering a comprehensive overview of RSFSR postal issues.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:23.331Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23647},{"startPrice":3500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23648/017/017.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1923-40, 740 mostly mint stamps and 3 souvenir sheets, starting with nice range of perforated and imperforated first definitives on watermarked paper, then practically complete including selection of surcharges 8k on postage dues (no expensive varieties), continued with all expensive sets of 1930's, such as ethnographic and baku commissars, lenin mausoleum and first decade without lenin, mendeleyev, anti-war propaganda, moscow subway, spartacist games and etc., followed by all valuable items of 1936-40, afterwards semi-postal and air post issues, including moscow zeppelin flight (both perforations), airships of 1931 and 1934, ice-breaker ''malygin'', stratostat ''ussr - 1'', civil aviation (both sets), chelyuskin rescue, nice and fresh unit, we mention sufficient portion of expertly regummed stamps, nevertheless many with full og, generally lh, f/vf, standard c.v. 1,340,000p=us$18,400 as hinged, est. $6,000-$7,000, scott #242/816a, b43-57, c2-76d, e"},"lotNumber":"609","title":{"en":"collections and group lots - very well completed collection in a blue stockbook"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23648/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3500,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a very well-completed collection of Soviet Union postage stamps, housed in a blue stockbook. The collection spans various periods and features diverse subjects, including early allegorical figures, industrial motifs like cars and trains, portraits of leaders, and architectural landmarks. Materials are paper with perforations and gummed backs, typical for postage stamps. 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The stamps cover a wide array of subjects, including wartime propaganda, portraits of historical figures, industrial scenes, and cultural events, reflecting the period's historical context. They are made of paper with typical perforations. Many stamps show Cyrillic script and denominations in rubles and kopecks, with a variety of illustrative styles and color palettes.","soldPrice":5500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:28.093Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23649},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23650/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1946-58, 16 stamps with line instead of comb perforation, starting with military medal of 1946, including tennis and fencing, complete sets of m. glinka and ice-hockey championships, lenin of 1957 and more, fresh quality unit, full og, nh, mainly vf, standard c.v. is about 50,000p, est. $250-$300, scott #1043/2046 var"},"lotNumber":"611","title":{"en":"collections and group lots - group of perforation varieties"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23650/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a group of Soviet Union postage stamps notable for their perforation varieties. The stamps showcase a range of subjects, including sports (tennis, hockey), portraits of historical figures like composers and scientists, and architectural scenes. Dating from various periods within the Soviet era, these stamps are made of paper. Distinctive features include varying perforations, Cyrillic script, and denominations in kopecks, offering philatelic interest in their technical specifications.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:28.095Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23650},{"startPrice":250,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23651/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1955-58, moscow university 40k, youth festival 40k (very scarce), trade union congress 40k and crimea observatory 40k, all with perforation l12 1/2, in addition both types of m. aivazov, full og, nh, vf and guaranteed genuine, est. $300-$350, scott #1786/2092 var"},"lotNumber":"612","title":{"en":"collections and group lots - selection of mainly perforation varieties"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23651/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":250,"aiDescription":"This lot offers a selection of Soviet Union postage stamps, primarily highlighted for their perforation varieties. The subjects depicted are diverse, including portraits of individuals like an Azerbaijani elder, an allegorical dove of peace, a globe signifying international congress, and an observatory building. These stamps are made of paper and feature Cyrillic script, with denominations typically in kopecks. The emphasis is on the differing perforation patterns that distinguish these philatelic items.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:28.096Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23651},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23652/015/015.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1958-60, 390 stamps and 6 souvenir sheets, including extra imperforated stamps where issued, full og, nh, mostly vf, standard c.v. is close to 51,000p, est. $300- $400, scott #2029-417, c98"},"lotNumber":"613","title":{"en":"collections and group lots - complete collection of 1958-60 years on stockpages"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23652/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a complete collection of Soviet Union postage stamps issued between 1958 and 1960, presented on stockpages. The collection features a variety of subjects, including portraits of historical and cultural figures like Tchaikovsky and Lenin, architectural landmarks, military themes, and allegorical representations of the Soviet state. The stamps are paper, with standard perforations, and display Cyrillic script. Denominations are in kopecks and rubles, showcasing the distinct artistic and propaganda styles of the late 1950s.","soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:28.098Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23652},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23653/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23653/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23653/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23653/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1928-51, 10th anniversary of the red army, perekop, 75th anniversary of the upu and volkhov power station, several varieties neatly inscribed, full og, mainly nh, vf, est. $150-$180, scott #402/1511, var"},"lotNumber":"614","title":{"en":"collections and group lots - small fragments of a collection on pages"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23653/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot presents small fragments of a Soviet Union stamp collection from 1928, focusing on the 10th Anniversary of the Red Army. The lot includes four distinct stamps, one of which is noted as having a printing error. Subjects include figures such as a worker and a peasant, rendered in various colors (brown, blue, red, green). These stamps are paper, featuring Cyrillic script and denominations in kopecks (8K, 14K, 18K, 28K). The printing error on the 28K stamp, described as a \"bulge on the second 'C' in 'CCCP'\", is a key feature.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:28.099Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23653},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/024/024.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/025/025.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/026/026.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/027/027.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/028/028.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/029/029.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/030/030.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/031/031.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/032/032.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/033/033.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/034/034.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/035/035.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/036/036.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/037/037.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/038/038.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/039/039.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/040/040.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/041/041.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/042/042.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23654/043/043.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1964-90, 152 items of mainly miniature sheets of 8, 16 or 20, including 70 sheets, which were printed for presentation purposes in limited quantities, such as all new year sheets, cosmonaut's day of 1981 and other space items, polar bears - 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The sheets predominantly feature portraits of Vladimir Lenin, often surrounded by various scenes of Soviet life, industry, and architecture. Materials are paper, with perforations around each individual stamp within the sheet and surrounding the sheet itself. The collection includes various designs, Cyrillic script, and symbols of the Soviet state like the hammer and sickle.","soldPrice":1300,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:28.101Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23654},{"startPrice":3500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23655/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23655/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23655/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23655/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23655/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23655/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23655/007/007.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"2000-2010, 134 stamps in pairs or se-tenants and 5 souvenir sheets, representing practically all stamps, which came to the market by special orders, including fauna of sakha republic, cosmodrome plesetsk and flowers (joint issue) souvenir sheets, arctic deep sea exploration se-tenants and etc., perfect quality items, full og, nh, vf and rare opportunity to buy almost complete collection of modern rarities, est. $5,000-$6,000, scott #6587/ 7247 imp"},"lotNumber":"616","title":{"en":"collections and group lots - valuable collection of modern imperforates"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23655/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3500,"aiDescription":"This lot offers a valuable collection of modern imperforate stamps from Russia, predominantly issued in the 2000s (e.g., 2001, 2003, 2005, 2006). The collection features diverse subject matter, including Holocaust remembrance, celestial themes, portraits of figures like Ivan Lazarev, military scenes (\"Naval Infantry of Russia\"), Olympic athletes (\"Olympians\"), and floral bouquets. These stamps are made of paper and are characterized by their imperforate nature, meaning they lack the typical perforations for separation. Denominations are in rubles, and the stamps display modern graphic designs and Cyrillic script.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:28.103Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23655},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23656/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1923- 25, ''autopromtorg'' (cars, tractors, bicycles and everything for them), label in red and black with definitive stamp of 7k brown is affixed over, printed in moscow, unused, no gum, vf, spec. cat. #1, est. $150-$200"},"lotNumber":"617","title":{"en":"soviet union - collection of advertising labels of 1923-29"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23656/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This item is a Soviet Union advertising label from 1923-29, promoting \"Automobiles, Tractors, Motorcycles, Bicycles and everything for them\" by \"Avtopromtorg.\" The label features a stark two-color design in red and black, with a stylized depiction of an early automobile or tractor chassis. A smaller postage stamp showing a man in a cap, denominated \"7 kop zolotom\" (7 kopecks gold) and marked \"CCCP,\" is affixed to the upper right. The label includes Cyrillic text detailing the company's name, address in Moscow, and branches in other cities.","soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:28.105Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23656},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23657/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1926, ''syndicat de cuir'' (russian leather syndicate) label in red brown on deep orange colored paper with worker 14k gray blue affixed over, used on cover from leningrad to washington, dc, tied by leningrad ''7.1.26'' ds without arrival marking, mostly vf, spec. cat. #17, est. $200-$250"},"lotNumber":"618","title":{"en":"soviet union - collection of advertising labels of 1923-30"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23657/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a collection of Soviet Union advertising labels dating from 1923-30, presented on an envelope. The visible item is a grey envelope addressed to \"Dr. J.H. Riley, U.S. National Museum, Washington D.C., U.S.A.\" Postmarks from Leningrad, dated 1928, are visible. Affixed to the envelope is a large brown and gold label with a crest and Cyrillic text, likely an advertising label, and a smaller blue postage stamp. The items are paper, with handwritten and stamped Cyrillic text alongside typewritten English.","soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:28.106Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23657},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23658/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1926, ''sovtorgflot'' (soviet merchant fleet) label in black, blue and red with worker 20k green is affixed over, used on reverse of registered cover from vladivostok to harbin (china), uprated by worker 4k carmine in vertical pair, tied by vladivostok train station oval ''4.2.26'' date stamp, harbin ''7.2.26'' arrival marking, damaged top right corner, still fine and scarce destination, spec cat. #31, est. $150-$200"},"lotNumber":"619","title":{"en":"soviet union - collection of advertising labels of 1923-31"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23658/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This is a philatelic item from the Soviet Union, comprising an envelope with advertising labels or cancellations, dating from 1923-1931. The item features Russian script address details and several postal stamps, including one depicting a bird (likely a woodpecker) on snow, and another with a green numerical value. The envelope is addressed to \"Харбин\" (Harbin) and shows various circular postmarks in Cyrillic, indicating different postal stops and dates. This lot belongs to a collection of advertising labels, suggesting its value lies in the display of early Soviet postal advertising.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:19.746Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23658},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23659/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1926, ''electrobanque'' (electrification bank - text in french), multicolored label with definitive stamp of 14k light blue affixed over used on registered cover from leningrad to france together with academy of sciences 15k dark green, tied by leningrad ''4.3.26'' ds, arrival marking of march 11, mostly vf and very nice item, spec. cat. #39, est.$250-$300"},"lotNumber":"620","title":{"en":"soviet union - collection of advertising labels of 1923-32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23659/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union philatelic item is an envelope featuring a collection of advertising labels or cancellations, dated between 1923 and 1932. The envelope is addressed to \"France, Haute Garonne, Costanet\" and includes a return address in Leningrad, written in both French and Russian Cyrillic script. Notable visual features include several stamps, one featuring a portrait of an individual, another with an industrial or power generation theme ('ELEKTROANERGIE') in blue and yellow, and various postmarks. The item showcases early Soviet postal services and advertising through its distinct stamp designs and multilingual inscriptions.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:19.748Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23659},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23660/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1923, ''petrotextile'' (petrograd thread factory), multicolored label with definitive stamp of 1k orange affixed over and used together with 4k red on pre-printed cover in petrograd, all appropriate markings, mostly vf, spec. cat. #48, est. $200-$250"},"lotNumber":"621","title":{"en":"soviet union - collection of advertising labels of 1923-33"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23660/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union philatelic item is an envelope with advertising labels or cancellations, dating from 1923-1933. The front of the envelope is from the 'Russian & English Bank' in Petrograd, with the recipient's name \"Колбу, В.М.\" and \"Русско-Азиатскому Банку\" (Russian-Asiatic Bank) in Russian Cyrillic script. The reverse side features multiple Soviet stamps, one with a vibrant textile theme showing spools of thread and needles, labeled \"ПЕТРОТЕКСТИЛЬ\". Various circular postmarks in Cyrillic, indicating dates and locations, are also visible. This item represents an example of early Soviet postal advertising and banking correspondence.","soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:19.750Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23660},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23661/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1923-25, ''petrotabtrust'' (petrograd state tobacco trust), label in red, tan and black with definitive stamp of 5k lilac is affixed over, printed in petrograd, unused with full og, vf, spec. cat. #45, est. $200-$300"},"lotNumber":"622","title":{"en":"soviet union - collection of advertising labels of 1923-34"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23661/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":150,"aiDescription":"This item is a Soviet Union advertising label or stamp, likely dating from 1923-1934, promoting a tobacco trust. The main visual features a jovial, portly man in a red vest, checkered pants, and a hat, smoking a pipe with smoke curling upwards. To his right, there is a smaller rectangular stamp featuring a bust of a person and the denomination \"5 коп золотом\" (5 kopecks gold) with \"СССР\". The label is in Russian Cyrillic script, advertising \"ПЕТРОГРАДСКИЙ ГОСУДАРСТВЕННЫЙ ТАБАЧНЫЙ ТРЕСТ\" (Petrograd State Tobacco Trust) and its address. This colorful piece is an example of early Soviet commercial advertising art.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:19.751Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23661},{"startPrice":750,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23662/022/022.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"exhibition style collection: 1923-29, 54 mainly used advertising labels and 12 postal history items, each one is profusely inscribed, including ''book by mail'', ''sewing syndicate'' on cover to berlin together with six charity and seven postage stamps, a piece with three labels, two ''vigonevy trust'' labels on cover to berlin, one label and two postal history items look dubious, minor usual flaws possible, still nice and valuable unit, mainly f/vf, est. $1,500-$2,000"},"lotNumber":"623","title":{"en":"soviet union - collection of advertising labels of 1923-35"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23662/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":750,"aiDescription":"This item is a descriptive exhibit document about Soviet Union postage stamp advertising labels from 1923-1927. It details the purpose and background of using advertising labels on postal items during the New Economic Policy, and an exhibit plan showing cities where these labels were issued. The document explains that these labels had no value but served as advertising. A notable visual feature is an example of an advertising label at the bottom, marked \"ОДЕССКИЙ ПИЩЕТРЕСТ\" (Odessa Food Trust), illustrating bottled and packaged products, originally issued in Odessa. The item provides context for philatelic collections of Soviet advertising materials.","soldPrice":4750,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:19.753Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23662},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23663/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1924, lenin mourning issue, two postcards of 3k red, picturing lenin's portrait in grayish violet or gray, fresh, unused, vf, mi #p3a, b, c.v. _e300, est. $150-$200"},"lotNumber":"624","title":{"en":"soviet union - postal stationery items"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23663/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of four Soviet Union postal stationery items, specifically postcards, likely from the early Soviet period. Each postcard features a black and white portrait of Vladimir Lenin seated at a desk with books, occupying the left half of the card. The reverse side of each postcard displays the Soviet Union coat of arms and \"ПОЧТОВАЯ КАРТОЧКА\" (POSTAL CARD) in red Cyrillic script, along with a pre-printed red stamp featuring an allegorical figure (possibly a goddess or a worker) and the denomination \"3 коп.\" The cards also include production details in small Cyrillic text, indicating a significant print run. These items serve as historical artifacts of early Soviet propaganda and postal use.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:19.754Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23663},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23664/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"1931, industry and agriculture financing 10k red, wrong card cut out with a small part of adjoining card (not the same) at right, unused, vf and rare, standard cat. #195a, est. $140-$180"},"lotNumber":"625","title":{"en":"soviet union - postal stationery items"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23664/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postal stationery item is a postcard from 1932, featuring a robust example of Soviet propaganda art. The postcard depicts a large industrial scene with factories, tanks, and tall buildings under construction, rendered in red monochromatic print on light brown paper. A banner with a quote by Stalin in Cyrillic script extends across the top left, emphasizing industrialization and financing. The reverse side includes the Soviet coat of arms and \"ПОЧТОВАЯ КАРТОЧКА\" (POSTAL CARD) in multiple languages and scripts, including Russian, Georgian, Armenian, and Arabic, indicating international use. A red pre-printed 10 kopeck stamp with a portrait of a worker or soldier is prominently featured. This item is a historical artifact showcasing early Soviet industrial and political propaganda.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:19.756Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23664},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23665/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"central asia bureau of the ministry of communications: 1931, brown red overprint ''strengthening the combat readiness of the red army'' on stationery postcard 5k brown, fresh, unused and vf, standard cat. #iv.6, est. $140-$180"},"lotNumber":"626","title":{"en":"soviet union - postal stationery items"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23665/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"aiDescription":"This Soviet Union postal stationery item is a postcard, likely from the early Soviet era, printed on light brown paper in a monochromatic sepia tone. The card prominently features a dynamic propaganda image of a powerful, semi-nude worker figure, possibly a 'proletarj' (proletarian), gesturing upwards with one arm, symbolizing strength and progress. The Soviet Union coat of arms is visible on the left, and a pre-printed red 5 kopeck stamp with a portrait of a worker or soldier is on the right. The card includes \"ПОЧТОВАЯ КАРТОЧКА\" (POSTAL CARD) and \"POSTA KARTO\" in Cyrillic, with lines for address details. This item exemplifies early Soviet propaganda through its artistic style and thematic focus on the working class.","lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:19.758Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23665},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23666/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23666/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/raritanstamps/cloned-images/23666/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2021-10-16","available":false,"description":{"en":"communist propaganda on early soviet stationeries: 1937, seven postcards and one envelope, each one bearing various messages about stalin's constitution, new electoral law and greetings for 20th anniversary of the october revolution, produced by leningrad department of communications, fresh, unused, vf and scarce group, ex-vadim ustinovsky, standard cat. #v.1/4 var, est. $500-$600"},"lotNumber":"627","title":{"en":"soviet union - postal stationery items"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/raritanstamps/source/catalog/auction/17603/lot/23666/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises four Soviet Union postal stationery items, specifically postcards, dating from the early Soviet period, likely 1931-1932. Each postcard features a propaganda theme rendered in red monochromatic print on light brown paper. Two cards relate to agricultural themes, depicting a female farmer with wheat and the slogan 'УДОБРЯЙ ПОЛЯ ПОВЫСИШЬ УРОЖАЙ' (Fertilize the fields, increase the harvest), while the other two relate to savings and socialist construction ('НАПРАВЬ СВОИ СБЕРЕЖЕНИЯ ЧЕРЕЗ СБЕРКАССУ НА СОЦИАЛИСТИЧЕСКОЕ СТРОИТЕЛЬСТВО' - Direct your savings through the savings bank to socialist construction). All cards feature the Soviet coat of arms, \"ПОЧТОВАЯ КАРТОЧКА\" (POSTAL CARD) and \"CARTE POSTALE\" in Cyrillic, and pre-printed red stamps of 5 or 15 kopecks depicting a worker or soldier. Overprinted diagonal text in Cyrillic is also present on some, referring to electoral districts. These items are prime examples of Soviet propaganda on postal stationery.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-11T14:50:19.759Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"USD","id":23666}],"schema":"bidspirit-bots-feed/1","catalog":{"date":"2021-10-16","timedAuction":false,"liveAuctionDisabled":false,"type":"auction","catalogOnly":false,"number":"91-2","buyersPremiumPercent":15,"lotsCount":339,"currency":"USD","state":"ENDED","contentType":"ART","key":17603,"feedUrl":"https://ai.bidspirit.com/services/bots/catalogs/raritanstamps/17603","address":{"ru":"PO Box 425 Cranbury, NJ 08512-0425, USA","en":"PO Box 425 Cranbury, NJ 08512-0425, USA"},"startPricesHidden":false,"aiDescriptionsCount":339,"unknownExactDate":false,"idInApp":225,"version":"2026-09-26_18-23-45","itemsPriceIncludesVat":false,"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/catalog/auction/raritanstamps/17603","aiDescriptions":"all","lastUpdate":"2026-09-26T18:23:45.374Z","name":{"ru":"\"Волоколамск\" Коллекция РСФСР и Советского Союза, а также Русские Лоты других владельцев","en":"The Volokolamsk RSFSR and Soviet Union Specialized Collection, Various Russian Stamps and Covers of other owners"},"soldPricesHidden":false,"time":"12:00"},"house":{"country":"US","feedUrl":"https://ai.bidspirit.com/services/bots/houses/raritanstamps","code":"raritanstamps","name":{"en":"RARITAN STAMPS, Inc."},"region":"US","url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/houses/raritanstamps"}}