Issued by the Soviet Union in 1960, this 40k commemorative stamp celebrates the 43rd anniversary of the October Revolution (1917–1960). The design highlights the industrial achievements of the USSR with powerful imagery of factories, construction cranes, and electrical infrastructure rising under a bold red banner proclaiming “Glory to the Great October!”. Printed in rich brown and red tones, it reflects the Soviet emphasis on progress and heavy industry. A striking historical piece, it remains a desirable item for collectors of USSR propaganda, revolutionary history, and mid-20th-century political philately.