Vsesokolsky Slet Appraisal

Czechoslovakian Postage Stamp - X. Vsesokolsky Slet v Praze, Jindrich Fugner Portrait

This item is a vintage Czechoslovakian postage stamp depicting a portrait of Jindrich Fugner. The stamp is predominantly reddish-brown in color, featuring a detailed monochrome engraving of a distinguished-looking man with a beard and mustache, wearing what appears to be a formal suit with a prominent bow tie or cravat. The style of the portrait suggests a 19th-century or early 20th-century aesthetic. At the top of the stamp, the country name 'CESKOSLOVENSKO' is prominently displayed in capital letters. Below it, to the left, are the smaller letters 'JINDRICH FUGNER', identifying the depicted individual. Along the bottom edge of the stamp, 'X. VSESOKOLSKY SLET V PRAZE' is visible, indicating a commemorative purpose related to the 10th All-Sokol Slet (gymnastic festival) in Prague. This phrasing, combined with the visible year '1937' (partially obscured but discernible), suggests the stamp was issued around that time. The denomination '1 Kc' (1 Czechoslovak Koruna) is located on the right side of the stamp. The stamp exhibits a perforated edge, typical of postage stamps, though the perforations appear somewhat irregular or worn. A significant portion of the right side of the stamp is covered by a black, circular postmark with discernible text, including 'PLANA' and a date. This postmark indicates that the stamp has been used. The paper itself shows signs of age, with some slight discoloration or foxing visible on the white border around the stamp image. The overall condition, while used, appears to be relatively good with no major tears or creases, although the clarity of the image is somewhat soft, possibly due to photographic resolution or age-related fading. The engraving quality for the portrait is fine, highlighting good craftsmanship in the printing process.