uncommonpre-1900

Franz Joseph I, Lithographed Issue

Name: Franz Joseph I, Lithographed Issue
Brand: Hungary

Hungary · 1867 · 2kr

This stamp features a portrait of Franz Joseph I, Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary, facing left within an oval frame. It is part of the first series of postage stamps issued specifically for Hungary following the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867. The design is simple, with the denomination '2' at the top and the currency 'KR' at the bottom.

Issued in June 1867, this was the first postage stamp for the Kingdom of Hungary, marking a significant step in its administrative independence within the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Printing Method

Lithography

Themes

royalty heads-of-state portraits emperors

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$60

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

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