Austro-Hungarian Levant Post, 2 Piaster / 20 Kreuzer, Preveza Postmark
Austro-Hungarian Empire · 1891 · 2 piaster / 20 kreuzer
The stamp features a profile portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I facing right, encircled by an oval frame. Text 'K. K. OESTER. POST' is at the top, with '2 PIASTER' and '20 KREUZER' at the bottom.
This stamp was issued by the Austro-Hungarian Empire for use in its post offices established within the Ottoman Empire, specifically in Preveza. These offices facilitated trade and communication in a region where the Ottoman postal service was considered less reliable.
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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