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uncommonpre-1900
1874 Hungary Telegraph Stamps
Hungary · 1874 · 2 Forint
Two definitive telegraph stamps from Hungary, featuring the Hungarian coat of arms and crown, with denominations of 1 Forint and 2 Forint. The 2 Forint stamp is printed on colored paper.
Issued in 1874, these stamps facilitated the payment for telegraph services in Hungary, reflecting the growing importance of rapid communication during the Austro-Hungarian era.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Government of Hungary · License: CC0
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
