Austrian Levant, Lombardy-Venetia 3 soldi, Preveza postmark
Austrian Post Offices in the Levant · 1864 · 3 soldi
The stamp features a profile portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria facing right, within an oval frame. It is denominated '3 soldi' and marked 'L. V.' for Lombardy-Venetia, printed in green.
These stamps were issued by the Austrian Empire for use in its post offices established within the Ottoman Empire, reflecting Austria's economic and political influence in the Levant during the 19th century. The use of Lombardy-Venetia stamps indicates the complex administrative structure of the Austrian Empire at the time.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Austro-Hungarian postal authorities · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
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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