While newer editions like the 2023/2024 Russia Specialized exist with updated prices and new numbers, the 2012 edition remains a stable reference for identifying historical varieties and understanding market shifts from that era. It is particularly valued in the German-speaking world as the most extensive reference compared to English alternatives like Scott or Stanley Gibbons.
: A 358-page paperback (Taschenbuch) in German, featuring approximately 1,900 illustrations. Michel Rusland-Spezial-Katalog 2012
: Covers the Soviet Union (1923–1991), revenue stamps, local issues (e.g., Tambov), postage due stamps, and postal rates. While newer editions like the 2023/2024 Russia Specialized
: Includes roughly 15,000 price quotations. The 2012 edition notably reflected higher valuations across all time periods and added values for Soviet Federation se-tenant sheets. : Covers the Soviet Union (1923–1991), revenue stamps,
The is a highly detailed specialized philatelic reference published by Schwaneberger Verlag. Released in its 3rd edition on December 2, 2011, it is designed for serious collectors of Russian and Soviet stamps who require more depth than standard European catalogs. Key Specifications & Content
: Provides intensive details on color, type, watermark, and perforation varieties, which are often omitted in general catalogs. Why Collectors Use the 2012 Edition