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Hungary 1873 1 Forint Telegraph Stamp
uncommonpre-1900

Hungary 1873 1 Forint Telegraph Stamp

Hungary · 1873 · 1 Forint

This 1873 1 Forint telegraph stamp from the Kingdom of Hungary features a simple design, printed using the lithography method. It is an unused example of the first issue of Hungarian telegraph stamps, perforated 9².

Issued shortly after the Austro-Hungarian Compromise, this stamp reflects the growing importance of telegraphic communication in the newly autonomous Kingdom of Hungary for both state and private use.

Printing Method

Lithography

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$90
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$45
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.