Austria for Ottoman Empire 5 Centimes Imperial Eagle
Austria (for Ottoman Empire) · 1905 · 5 centimes
The stamp features the imperial double-headed eagle of Austria-Hungary, holding a sword and orb, with a shield on its chest. The text 'POSTES AUTRICHIENNES' is at the top and '5 CENTIMES' at the bottom.
This stamp was issued by Austrian post offices operating within the Ottoman Empire, specifically in Crete (Candia), reflecting the extraterritorial postal services maintained by European powers in the region during the early 20th century.
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Image: Post of Austria-Hungary · License: CC0
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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