18.03.1993
Painter – Pletnyov A.
Stamps per sheet: 50 (10x5 stamps).
Paper - coated; manufacturing process - deep; perforation - frame 11½ x 12.
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Vyborg is a town in Leningrad region on the seaboard of the Finnish bay. In the 12th century there was a settlement at the spot. In 1293 the Swedes occupied Western Karelia and built a fortress Vyborg featured on the stamp. Later there appeared a town round the fortress. During the North war (1700-1721) in 1710 Vyborg was taken by storm by Peter the Great and fixed to Russia in 1721. In 1811 Vyborg was attached to the great principality of Finland. A hundred years later, on Mar 12 1940 Vyborg was returned to the USSR. The stamp also features a ribbon with the title "Vyborg" and a cartouche with the words "The 700th anniversary".
| Face value | Size | Description | Price, mint | Price, used | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.00 | 26×37 | Vyborg Castle. multicolor |
10.00 | 3.00 | 2200000 |
Category:
Russian Federation : Leningrad Region
Culture and art : Architecture
