Description: This is an authentic bicolored postal definitive issue from the Russian Empire, representing a key standard rate denomination from the classic late 19th-century and early 20th-century emblem series. The central focus is a white embossed representation of the Imperial Double-Headed Eagle, complete with a floating sovereign crown positioned overhead, nestled inside a deep blue oval medallion. Encircling this blue oval is a red horseshoe banner displaying arched Cyrillic typography that reads "ПОЧТОВАЯ МАРКА" (Postage Stamp). Reflecting the complex design architecture reserved for higher values, the frame features an elaborate royal ermine mantle canopy that drapes elegantly along the flanks, topped by a grand imperial crown. A banner sweeps gracefully across the base, identifying the full written text value in Cyrillic block lettering as "ПЯТНАДЦАТЬ КОП." (Fifteen Kopecks), while matching numeric "15" medallions anchor all four outer corners of the rectangular frame.
Circa: 1889 - 1909
Condition: Unused - Hinged
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