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

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.