This attractive 6-kopeck issue depicts the striking red-and-white striped lighthouse guarding Novorossiysk Bay on the Black Sea, a vital maritime gateway for Soviet shipping. The circular vignette highlights harbor activity with cargo vessels, emphasizing navigation and trade. Printed in soft green and earthy tones, the design blends coastal scenery with strong architectural detail. Part of the popular “Black Sea” series, it appeals to both lighthouse and maritime topical collectors. A classic Cold War–era definitive with strong thematic crossover value.