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Welcome to Legacy Collectibles!
We are a dedicated philatelic store serving serious collectors worldwide. Each stamp is shown exactly in the high-resolution scan provided, and every item is sold strictly AS-IS. For any specific questions about margins, shade, faults, or printings, feel free to contact us before purchasing.
The philatelic world contains many forgeries and reprints. We are familiar with most, but the only guarantee is the high-quality image. Please review the scan carefully, as it represents the true condition and authenticity of the item.
Stamp Information
Year of Issue: circa 1876 (later Small Hermes Head printings)
Featured Theme: Hermes – 1 Lepton denomination (all in brown shades)
Historical Context
The 1 Lepton brown issues of the Small Hermes Heads represent an important phase in Greece’s post-1875 postal modernization efforts. Their introduction supported the expansion of low-rate domestic correspondence, and the numerous printings—often with subtle shade and paper variations—created one of the most actively studied classical fields in European philately.
Condition
This lot of 9 stamps, all 1 Lepton and all brown shades, shows a range of conditions typical for this classic issue.
Observed in the scan:
All examples are 1 Lepton brown, including imperforate and one perforated type.
Mixed shades: from light brown to deep chocolate brown.
Several stamps exhibit faults: small thins, stains, corner wear, trimmed margins, surface rubbing.
Three used examples with clear, classic Greek cancels.
One mint/no-gum example with a notable back flaw.
A couple of pieces show tight margins or uneven cuts, common in this issue.
Still an interesting study lot for shade comparison and plating characteristics.
Please rely fully on the scan to assess suitability.
Collector’s Note
Lots entirely composed of 1 Lepton brown Small Hermes Heads remain highly desirable for specialists. Their shade spectrum, printing differences, and cancel variations offer rich material for research or album enhancement.
Shipping & Handling
All items ship via Registered Priority Mail (Prioritário Leve) with tracking. CN22 is marked Documents – No Declared Value to reduce customs intervention.
Customs Notice
International mail may be held for routine inspection. Buyers should monitor tracking and assist local customs if needed.
