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Austria Unissued Dalai Lama Stamp
Austria · 2005 ·
This unissued Austrian stamp from 2005 was intended to depict the Dalai Lama. Its planned circulation was halted due to political pressure from the Chinese embassy, making it a significant modern philatelic rarity.
The stamp's suppression highlights the geopolitical tensions surrounding Tibet and the Dalai Lama's international status, illustrating how political considerations can directly influence national postal issues.
Printing Method
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$15,000Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$10,000Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$5,000Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$1,000Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$200Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
