uncommonpre-1900

Austrian Levant 10 Para, 1888 Issue

Name: Austrian Levant 10 Para, 1888 Issue
Brand: Austrian Levant
Availability: InStock

Austrian Levant · 1888 · 10 para

The stamp features the double-headed imperial eagle of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, with a shield on its chest, and the inscription 'K. K. OESTERR. POST' at the top. The denomination '10 PARA' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

These stamps were issued for the Austrian postal service operating in the Ottoman Empire, known as the Austrian Levant. They facilitated communication and trade between the Austro-Hungarian Empire and its territories and interests in the Middle East.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

imperial-eagle coat-of-arms definitive historical-post

Catalog Numbers

michel15

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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.