Issued in 1948 as part of a definitive series under Stalin-era Soviet philately, this 1 Ruble stamp depicts the Spasskaya Tower of the Moscow Kremlin, one of the most iconic symbols of Soviet authority and architectural heritage. Rendered in a deep orange-red hue, the design presents the tower under a stylized sky, conveying both patriotic grandeur and the visual aesthetics of postwar socialist realism. Printed by typographic method on white paper with comb perforation 12 x 12, this issue reflects the post-World War II emphasis on national unity and centralized power. The full sheet shown here contains 100 stamps, all cancelled-to-order (CTO) with clear dated circular postmarks from Moscow and Riga, concentrated mainly in the center and upper portions of the sheet. Though officially unused, the CTO practice was typical for philatelic trade during this period. The back of the sheet shows areas of noticeable toning and some creases, particularly along folds and corners, consistent with long-term storage. This item is catalogued as Scott 1260 and is a representative example of Cold War-era Soviet postal production. Condition Complete CTO sheet with full margins, light foxing on reverse, postmarks well-positioned, paper intact despite minor corner folds. Estimate "$45 – 55".