uncommonpre-1900

Austrian KK Newspaper Stamp, 1867 Ferchenbauer Type IIa

Name: Austrian KK Newspaper Stamp, 1867 Ferchenbauer Type IIa
Brand: Austria
Availability: InStock

Austria · 1867 · 1 Kreuzer

The stamp features a large numeral '1' in the center, encircled by an oval frame with 'K.K. ZEITUNGS-STEMPEL' at the top and 'KREUZER' at the bottom. It bears a distinctive 'fingerhut' (thimble) cancellation from Tolmein.

This stamp served as an early newspaper tax stamp for the Austro-Hungarian Empire, used to prepay the required tax on newspapers. The unique 'fingerhut' cancellation from Tolmein provides specific historical context regarding its postal use.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

newspaper revenue

Image: <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Jacquesverlaeken" title="User:Jacquesverlaeken">Jacquesverlaeken</a> · License: Public domain

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.