uncommonpre-1900

Austrian Post Offices in the Levant, 15 soldi, Preveza cancel

Name: Austrian Post Offices in the Levant, 15 soldi, Preveza cancel
Brand: Austria
Availability: InStock

Austria · 1864 · 15 soldi

The stamp features a central imperial double-headed eagle with a shield, surrounded by text indicating 'K. K. POST' and the denomination '15 SOLD'. It is printed in a mustard yellow-brown color and bears a 'PREVESA' cancellation.

This stamp was issued by Austria for use in its post offices established within the Ottoman Empire, reflecting Austria's commercial and political influence in the Levant during the mid-19th century. It specifically originates from the Austrian crown land of Lombardy-Venetia.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

foreign-post-offices imperial definitive

Image: Austro-Hungarian postal authorities · 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.