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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

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.