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Buda Castle Funicular 150th Anniversary

Name: Buda Castle Funicular 150th Anniversary
Brand: Hungary

Hungary · 2020 · 590 forint

The stamp features the historic Buda Castle Funicular, known as the Sikló, ascending towards Buda Castle, with the iconic Chain Bridge and the Danube River visible in the background. This issue commemorates the 150th anniversary of the funicular's opening.

The Buda Castle Funicular, inaugurated in 1870, is a significant historical and architectural landmark in Budapest, providing scenic transport between the Chain Bridge and the Buda Castle district. This stamp celebrates its enduring legacy and importance to the city's heritage.

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architecture transportation funicular bridge cityscape budapest anniversary

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.5

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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