Miroslav Tyrs Stamp Appraisal

Czechoslovakian 2Kč Stamp featuring Miroslav Tyrš

The item is a philatelic stamp from Czechoslovakia, likely issued in 1936, commemorating 'Y. Vsesokolsky Slet v Praze 1936' (7th All-Sokol Rally in Prague 1936). The stamp features a central portrait of a distinguished-looking man with a beard and mustache, identified as Miroslav Tyrš, the co-founder of the Sokol movement. He is depicted in what appears to be formal attire, possibly a uniform, with a necktie or cravat. The stamp is predominantly in shades of grey or monochromatic. The top border of the stamp displays the word 'ČESKOSLOVENSKO' (Czechoslovakia). The denomination '2 Kč' (2 Czechoslovak Koruna) is visible in the bottom right corner. Along the bottom edge, below the portrait, the commemorative text 'Y. VSESOKOLSKY SLET V PRAZE 1936' is printed. The stamp is perforated along its edges, indicating it was intended for postal use or collection. However, the image shows significant wear and possible damage, particularly a large amount of dark, irregular staining or cancellation marks across the upper half of the portrait and extending to the edges. These markings obscure parts of the face, hair, and the top text. Despite the damage, the overall design and text are still discernible. The condition issues suggest this stamp might be a used specimen that has been cancelled, or it has suffered from environmental degradation. The perforations appear largely intact, but the overall presentation is affected by the heavy dark marks.