The USSR issued a set of postage stamps in 1964 featuring agricultural crops, part of its Flora series. This commemorative series highlights key food crops grown across the Soviet Union, showcasing varieties significant to national agriculture.
Key details of the 1964 USSR Flora – Agricultural Crops set:
- Total stamps in set: 7
- Year issued: 1964
- Theme: Major agricultural crops of the USSR, depicted with realistic illustrations
- Examples of crops featured:
- Common wheat (‘bezostaya 1’) (Triticum aestivum)
- Field pea (‘ramonsky 77’) (Pisum sativum)
- Flax
- Catalogue references: Yvert 2836–2842
- Typical condition offered: MNH (Mint Never Hinged)
- Price range: Approximately €4 for the full mint set
The stamps are valued for their botanical accuracy and representation of Soviet agricultural achievements. Collectors seek these as classic examples of mid-20th-century plant-themed Soviet issues.
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