uncommon1900-1945

Austrian Levant 1914 1 Piaster, Emperor Franz Joseph I

Name: Austrian Levant 1914 1 Piaster, Emperor Franz Joseph I
Brand: Austrian Levant
Availability: InStock

Austrian Levant · 1914 · 1 piaster

The stamp features a profile portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I facing right, with 'K. K. ÖSTERR. POST' and 'LEVANT' inscriptions. The denomination '1 PIASTER' is at the bottom.

This stamp was issued by Austria for use in its post offices in the Ottoman Empire, reflecting the Austro-Hungarian Empire's presence and influence in the region. It was released shortly before the outbreak of World War I.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

royalty heads-of-state portrait definitive

Catalog Numbers

michel63

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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.