Hungary 1916 'Magyar Kir Posta' Charity Stamp for War Invalids

Hungary · 1916 · 10 fillér + 2 fillér

This stamp features the Holy Crown of Hungary, also known as the Crown of Saint Stephen, a significant national symbol. The inscription 'MAGYAR KIR. POSTA' translates to 'Hungarian Royal Post'. The '+2f' indicates a surtax, with the additional 2 fillér designated as a charitable contribution to support war invalids.

Issued during World War I, this semi-postal stamp was part of a series to raise funds for soldiers who had been wounded or disabled in the conflict, reflecting the widespread use of postage for patriotic and fundraising purposes during the war.