Austrian Levant 1 Kreuzer

Austrian Post in the Ottoman Empire · 1896 · 5 Paras / 1 Kreuzer

The stamp features a profile portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I facing right, within an oval frame. The country name 'LEVANT' and denominations '5 PARAS' and '1 KREUZER' are prominently displayed.

These stamps were issued by the Austrian Post Office for use in its offices within the Ottoman Empire, reflecting Austria's economic and political influence in the region during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They represent a period of extraterritorial postal services.