Austrian Levant 2 soldi with Preveza postmark, 1865

Austria · 1865 · 2 soldi

The stamp depicts a profile portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I facing right, within an oval frame, with 'K. K. POST' at the top and '2 SOLDI' at the bottom. It bears a circular postmark from 'PREVESA' dated '1865'.

This stamp was 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 region during the 19th century. The Preveza postmark indicates its use in a significant port city.