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uncommonpre-1900
Austrian Levant 5 soldi stamp, 1867
Austrian Levant · 1867 · 5 soldi
The stamp features the double-headed imperial eagle of the Austrian Empire, with 'K. K. POST' at the top and '5 SOLDI' at the bottom, set within an ornate frame.
These stamps were used by Austrian post offices in the Ottoman Empire, such as the one in Preveza, to facilitate communication and trade, reflecting Austria's significant influence in the region during the 19th century.
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Image: Austro-Hungarian postal authorities · License: Public domain
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