This classic 20 Lepta stamp from Greece features the dynamic figure of Hermes in motion, carrying the caduceus—an enduring emblem of Greek mythology and commerce. Issued during the early 20th-century transitional period, it belongs to the “Flying Hermes / Hermes Running” series, known for its elegant neoclassical engraving and fine line detail. Printed in a rich carmine shade, this issue saw extensive postal use, making well-centered, lightly cancelled copies desirable among collectors. Its historical charm lies in representing Greece’s definitive designs before the major engraver-led issues of the 1920s.