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1914 Imperial Russian War Charity & Imperial Zemstvo Local Stamps Collection | 10 Vintage Stamps Set MH

1914 Imperial Russian War Charity & Imperial Zemstvo Local Stamps Collection | 10 Vintage Stamps Set MH

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A fascinating and rare historical philatelic collection uniting two iconic areas of early 20th-century Russian postal history.

The top row showcases the famous 1914–1915 Imperial Russian WWI Charity Issues inscribed "В пользу воинов и их семейств" (For the benefit of soldiers and their families), featuring allegorical and historical designs like Ilya Muromets, Cossacks, and Saint George. The bottom row features incredibly collectible Zemstvo (Rural/Local Post) stamps, including the highly sought-after issues from Wenden (Livonia), Luga, Kadnikov, Tudozero, and Cherdyn districts

Features:

  • Mixed set of 10 authentic antique stamps
  • Top row: 1914–1915 WWI Russian Empire Semi-Postal/Charity issues
  • Bottom row: Rare Imperial Russian Zemstvo (Local Rural Post) stamps
  • Distinct historical themes, regional heraldry, and coat-of-arms designs
  • Mint Hinged (MH) / lightly used condition as shown in detail
  • Rich historical ephemera from the late Imperial era 

  • The set includes the following specific issues:

  • WWI Charity Stamps: 1k, 3k, and 10k denominations with surcharges (Ilya Muromets, Double-headed Eagle, Russian Warriors).
  • Luga Zemstvo (Лужский уезд): Distinctive horizontal blue 3-kopeck local issue.
  • Wenden Zemstvo (Венденский уезд): Two variations of the classic green/red "Wendensche Kreis-Briefmarke" 2-kopeck stamps.
  • Kadnikov Zemstvo (Кадниковский уезд): 3-kopeck design with the regional crest.
  • Tudozero Volost (Тудозерская волость): Clean local post frame design.
  • Cherdyn Zemstvo (Чердынский уезд): 2-kopeck stamp featuring the local animal emblem (moose/elk). 

  • A fascinating collectible for:

  • Philatelists and antique stamp experts
  • World War I and military history collectors
  • Imperial Russian Zemstvo and local postal history enthusiasts
  • Ephemera and archival curators

  • The stamps are photographed in detail so collectors can carefully examine the margins, colors, and condition variations included in the set. You will receive the exact collection shown in the photos.

    Please note:

  • This is an original vintage philatelic item, not a reproduction.
  • Minor signs of age, light hinges, or album storage may be present due to the antique nature of the collection.
  • Carefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine.
  • Import duties or taxes may apply depending on your country’s regulations.
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