Hungary 1916 'Magyar Kir Posta' Charity Stamp for War Invalids
Hungary · 1916 · 10 filler + 2 filler
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'. It was issued as a semi-postal or charity stamp, with a surtax of 2 filler designated to aid war invalids.
Issued during World War I, this stamp was part of a fundraising effort by the Kingdom of Hungary to support soldiers who had been wounded or disabled in the conflict.
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