uncommon1900-1945

Bosnia and Herzegovina 1916 Military Express Mail Soldier Set

Name: Bosnia and Herzegovina 1916 Military Express Mail Soldier Set
Brand: Bosnia and Herzegovina
Availability: InStock

Bosnia and Herzegovina · 1916 · 2 Heller, 5 Heller

This set of two stamps depicts a helmeted soldier, possibly a messenger, with arrows symbolizing speed, against a background of mountains or clouds. The inscription 'MILITARPOST EILMARKE' signifies 'Military Post Express Mail'.

Issued during World War I, these stamps were used for express mail services by the Austro-Hungarian military administration in Bosnia and Herzegovina, reflecting the wartime communication needs of the empire.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

military express-mail soldiers world-war-i austro-hungarian-empire

Catalog Numbers

sgM1-M2

scottB1-B2

michel1-2

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$100

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$60

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$30

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$15

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.