Confirmed varieties of Makhtumkuli

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In 1959, the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics issued a commemorative postage stamp honoring the 225th anniversary of the birth of the great Turkmen poet Mahtumkuli, also known by his pseudonym Fragi, a prominent figure of 18th-century classical Turkic literature. The issuance was part of a series celebrating anniversaries of notable cultural and literary personalities. The stamp features a portrait of the poet dressed in traditional Eastern attire, emphasizing his cultural and historical significance. Designed in a restrained brown palette, it exemplifies the typical Soviet philatelic style of that era. The release drew interest from collectors and the general public alike, as it highlighted the rich cultural heritage of the diverse peoples of the USSR.

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Such issues were part of the USSR’s broader philatelic program aimed at honoring significant historical and literary figures and promoting the image of the country’s multiethnic cultural legacy.

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Confirmed varieties of stamp of Makhtumkuli

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1. spot on the shoulder