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Austria 1933 WIPA Souvenir Sheet
very rare1900-1945

Austria 1933 WIPA Souvenir Sheet

Austria · 1933 · 50 Groschen

This souvenir sheet was issued for the 1933 Vienna International Philatelic Exhibition (WIPA). The design features an allegorical representation of philately, with a winged youth holding a stamp album and magnifying glass, soaring above the globe. The sheet contains a single 50 Groschen stamp depicting a post horn.

Issued during the First Austrian Republic, this sheet is considered one of the world's most beautiful and sought-after classic souvenir sheets, created to celebrate a major international philatelic event.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

sgMS643
scottB111
michelBlock 1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1,200
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$900
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$750
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$500
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$250

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.