uncommonpre-1900

Austrian Empire 1863 1 Kreuzer Newspaper Stamp

Name: Austrian Empire 1863 1 Kreuzer Newspaper Stamp
Brand: Austrian Empire
Availability: InStock

Austrian Empire · 1863 · 1 Kreuzer

The stamp features a central numeral '1' within an ornate oval frame, surrounded by the inscription 'K. K. ZEITUNGS-STÄMPEL' and 'EIN KREUZER'. It has a simple, functional design typical of early newspaper stamps.

This stamp was issued by the Austrian Empire for the prepayment of newspapers, a common practice in the 19th century to facilitate postal services. The cancellation mark 'UHNOW' indicates its use in a town in Galicia, a historical region now partly in Ukraine.

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newspaper definitive

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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