On December 26, 1991 a monumental event occurred ... The Soviet
Socialist Republic ( CCCP ) broke apart after approximately 73 years of
Communist rule. This gave way to a new country with the name ‘ Russia ‘
( ROSSIJA ).Here is the very first series of postage stamps
( in mint condition ) issued by Russia ( released 10 January 1992 ),
featuring the new Russia's participation in the
Albertville Winter Olympic Games.