Stamps listed by Michel catalog notes that they are local issues and not valid for use on international mailing. The Abkhaz World website states they are postage stamps "legally valid for international mail" but as Abkhazia is not recognized by the Universal Postal Union, their use on international mail (sent via Russia) is simply tolerated by postal administrations and do not confer international legitimacy upon Abkhazia. Please see the illegal stamp categories for stamps that have been made by criminal counterfeit producers outside of Abkhazia that are determined to be illegally produced.
Issued in sheets of 20 stamps + 4 labels (4乘以6). Stamp number in Catalog of Republic of Abkhazia: 23
Dmitri Gulia (1874-1960) was a Georgian historian, linguist, and public figure. He is best known for his contributions to the study of Georgian history and culture, as well as his efforts to promote Georgian national identity during the Soviet era. Gulia was a member of the Georgian Academy of Sciences and served as the director of the Institute of Georgian History. He also played a key role in the establishment of the Georgian State University and was involved in the creation of the first Georgian-language encyclopedia. Gulia's work helped to preserve and promote Georgian culture and language during a period of political upheaval and cultural suppression.
