Description: This Greek postage stamp captures the architectural grandeur of the principal church (Katholikon) of the Holy Monastery of Great Lavra, nestled on the semi-autonomous peninsula of Mount Athos. The design illustrates the building's distinctive deep terracotta-red walls, punctuated by narrow arched windows and capped by several lead-covered Byzantine domes, with the main dome crowned by a traditional Orthodox cross. The structural complex is surrounded by soft green trees and neighboring monastic stone quarters under a finely lined blue and gray sky. Framed within matching side columns are the country name "ΕΛΛΑΣ" (Hellas) on the left and the denomination "ΔΡΑΧ. 6" (6 drachmai) on the right. The top border features the bold inscription "ΑΓ. ΟΡΟΣ 963-1963" (Ag. Oros / Holy Mountain), honoring the historic milestone of the monastic community.
Circa: 1963
Condition: Used - Hinged
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