This classic Greek definitive stamp features the famous ancient sculpture “Hermes Tying His Sandal,” framed between two Ionic columns and printed in a rich green shade. Issued between 1912 and the early 1920s, this 5-lepta value belongs to the long-running “Hermes & Columns” series that bridged several key postal rate periods in Greece. The design reflects Greece’s pride in classical heritage, making it a favourite among Hellenic art thematic collectors. Used examples such as this one often show crisp cancellations that enhance the period character, and plating or shade variations add further collector interest. This type remains a foundational item for both Greece specialists and classical-era collectors.