Iceland 1 Eyrir Fish Postage Stamp

This item is an antique or vintage postage stamp from Iceland, featuring a prominent depiction of two fish. The stamp is predominantly rendered in shades of blue-gray, suggesting a monochromatic or duotone printing process. Physically, it is a small, rectangular piece of paper with perforated edges, typical of postage stamps. The top left corner of the stamp's design features the word 'ISLAND' oriented vertically, indicating the country of origin. In the top right corner, there's a numerical value '1' accompanied by the word 'EYR', which likely denotes the denomination as '1 Eyrir'. The central motif showcases two fish, possibly cod or similar Nordic species, intertwined or swimming in close proximity, symbolizing Iceland's rich fishing heritage. The artistic style appears somewhat illustrative, with visible scales and fin details on the fish. There are no obvious signs of significant damage like tears or major creasing, though the overall impression suggests some age and handling, consistent with its likely use or collection history. The image quality makes it difficult to discern specific manufacturing marks or minute details beyond what's stated, but the crispness of the printing indicates good quality for its time. The subtle background texture around the stamp suggests it might be part of a larger sheet or an album page, possibly affixed or mounted.

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