Hungary 1871 2 Krajczár, Franz Joseph I

Hungary · 1871 · 2 Krajczár

This stamp, the first issued by an independent Hungarian postal administration, features a portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria-Hungary. The design is framed by ornate patterns and includes the denomination '2' in the upper corners and the Hungarian currency 'KR' at the bottom. The stamp's lithographed design was a temporary measure, quickly replaced by an engraved version.

Issued following the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867, this stamp represents a significant step in Hungary's national autonomy and the establishment of its own postal service, separate from Austria.