uncommon1900-1945

Austro-Hungarian Levant Post 20 Para / 10 Heller (1900)

Name: Austro-Hungarian Levant Post 20 Para / 10 Heller (1900)
Brand: Austria-Hungary
Availability: InStock

Austria-Hungary · 1900 · 20 Para / 10 Heller

The stamp features a right-facing portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I within an ornate oval frame. The dual denomination '20 PARA' and '10 HELLER' is prominently displayed at the bottom, with 'K. U. K. POST' at the top.

This stamp was issued by the Austro-Hungarian Empire for use in its post offices located within the Ottoman Empire, reflecting the significant European presence and influence in the Levant during the early 20th century. These offices facilitated trade and communication for Austrian citizens and businesses abroad.

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Themes

empire post-offices foreign-post royalty heads-of-state 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.