Description: This vintage Polish commemorative postage stamp showcases the iconic Nicolaus Copernicus Monument located in Warsaw. The central design depicts the famous bronze sculpture of the seated astronomer gazing into the distance while holding an armillary sphere in his left hand and a pair of compasses in his right hand, all resting atop a massive stone pedestal. The artwork is executed in a deep purple monochromatic ink on an off-white paper stock via a highly detailed steel-plate engraving process. The framed text inscription "POMNIK M. KOPERNIKA • WARSZAWA" runs along the top border, while the face value "40 Gr" occupies the upper corners. A bold, stylized title layout reading "POLSKA" anchors the lower baseline, flanked directly underneath by microscopic production credits: "E. JOHN" for the primary designer, "PWPW" for the state security print shop, and "CZ. SŁANIA SC." for the master engraver.
Circa: 1955
Condition: Used - Hinged
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