uncommon1900-1945

Hungary 1918 King Charles IV 'Republic' Overprint Stamp

Name: Hungary 1918 King Charles IV 'Republic' Overprint Stamp
Brand: Hungary

Hungary · 1918 ·

This 1918 Hungarian definitive stamp features a half-side portrait of King Charles IV (Karl I of Austria) looking left within a rectangular frame. It bears a diagonal black overprint 'KÖZTÁRSASÁG', meaning 'Republic', and was postmarked in Budapest in 1920.

Issued during the tumultuous period following World War I, the 'KÖZTÁRSASÁG' overprint signifies Hungary's transition from a monarchy under King Charles IV to a republic, reflecting the significant political changes of the era.

Printing Method

Themes

royalty portrait history overprint republic king-charles-iv queen-zita

Catalog Numbers

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$20

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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