Newspaper Stamp, 50h Red, Inverted Overprint

Name: Newspaper Stamp, 50h Red, Inverted Overprint
Brand: Czechoslovakia

Czechoslovakia · 1919 · 50h

This is a 1919 newspaper stamp originally from Austria, featuring a depiction of Mercury. It was overprinted with 'POŠTA ČESKOSLOVENSKÁ 1919' and a linden leaf branch for use in the newly formed Czechoslovakia. This particular variety is famous for its inverted overprint, a significant printing error.

Issued shortly after Czechoslovakia's formation in 1918, this overprinted stamp represents the transitional period where existing Austrian imperial stamps were repurposed for the new republic's postal needs.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

newspaper heraldry error overprint

Catalog Numbers

scottP5a

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$12,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$9,500

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$7,500

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$4,000

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1,500

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