This Russian Empire stamp, issued in 1866, features the imperial double-headed eagle in white on a green oval, set within an ornate frame in carmine. The denomination of 35 kopecks is inscribed in both Russian script and numerals, making it a higher-value issue intended primarily for heavier correspondence or international mail. Printed without perforations, this classic design reflects the grandeur of Tsarist Russia’s heraldic tradition. Early Russian issues like this are prized for their strong historical connection to the empire’s postal reforms and their distinctive bi-color printing.