Russia/USSR year 1939 stamps -Aviator Soldier worker MNH
That is a stamp series that is part of a longer-running Definitive (or regular issue) set from the Soviet Union!
The stamps you are referring to were part of the 6th Definitive Series of the USSR, which was issued over several years, starting in the mid-to-late 1930s. The 1939 stamps you mentioned feature allegorical representations of key Soviet roles.
Here are the details for the specific stamps featuring the Aviator, Soldier, and Worker designs that were active around 1939:
☭ USSR 1939 Definitive Series – Worker, Soldier, Aviator
- Year Issued: Designs were active and reissued in various denominations in 1939 and the following years, though the specific types were originally released earlier.
- Theme: The Worker, Soldier (Red Army Man), and Aviator designs were iconic symbols of the Soviet state. The stamps represent the strength of the Soviet proletariat and defense forces.
- Composition: These designs are typically found across a few different denominations in the standard issue set:
| Design | Denomination (Kopeks or Rubles) | Scott Catalogue # (Approx.) | Notes |
| Worker | 10k, 30k, 1R (Rubles) | 734, 736, 737 | Typically shown in profile, often with factory or industrial elements. |
| Soldier/Red Army Man | 15k, 45k, 2R | 735, 738, 739 | Often shown in uniform and helmet. |
| Aviator (or Airman) | 20k, 60k, 3R | N/A (Part of the same series) | Often depicted wearing a flight helmet. |
- Catalogue Reference: The main grouping featuring these designs, including the different denominations, is often listed under Scott #734-736 (and related numbers) for the 1939 issues.
💰 Approximate Collector Value
These stamps were printed in very large quantities as regular postage, so they are generally quite common. The value is highly dependent on condition (especially if they were used in the 1940s or later).
| Condition | Set of 3 (Worker, Soldier, Aviator designs) MNH | Individual Stamp Value |
| Mint Never Hinged (MNH) | $3.00 – $8.00 USD | $0.50 – $2.00 each |
| Used/Cancelled | $1.00 – $3.00 USD | $0.25 – $0.50 each |
Note: If you happen to have any of the early printings of these designs (1938 or earlier) or those with specific overprints (surcharges), their value can be significantly higher, but the common 1939 printings remain inexpensive.
