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Lombardy-Venetia 45 Kreuzer Grey Blue, 1850

Name: Lombardy-Venetia 45 Kreuzer Grey Blue, 1850
Brand: Austria

Austria · 1850 · 45 Kreuzer

This is the 45 Kreuzer Grey Blue stamp, Type III, from the first definitive issue for Lombardy-Venetia in 1850. It was typographed on hand-made paper, with some examples featuring a 'K.K.H.M.' watermark.

Issued in June 1850, this stamp is part of the inaugural adhesive postage stamp series for the Austrian Empire's Italian territories of Lombardy and Venetia. It represents an early and significant step in postal history for the region.

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postage lombardy-venetia first-issue

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$3,500

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,800

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$800

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$300

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$100

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