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Hungary Magyar Posta, Coat of Arms
uncommonpre-1900

Hungary Magyar Posta, Coat of Arms

Hungary · 1871 · 2 krajczár

This stamp features the Hungarian Coat of Arms, prominently displaying the Crown of Saint Stephen. The design is simple and functional, typical of early definitive issues, with the denomination '2' clearly visible in the corners and the inscription 'MAGYAR KIR. POSTA' (Hungarian Royal Post) at the top.

Issued in 1871, this was the very first postage stamp of Hungary following the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867, which granted Hungary more autonomy and the right to issue its own stamps.

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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.