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uncommonpre-1900
Hungary 1876 5 Krone Revenue Stamp
Hungary · 1876 · 5 krone
The stamp features an ornate, classical design with a central emblem, likely a royal or imperial crest, framed by decorative elements. The denomination '5 KR.' is prominently displayed at the bottom, with 'MAGYAR KIR. BÉLYEG' (Royal Hungarian Stamp) at the top.
Issued in 1876, this revenue stamp reflects the administrative and fiscal practices of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, where such stamps were essential for taxing legal documents and transactions within the Kingdom of Hungary. It is notable for featuring Hungary's first domestically produced watermark.
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Engraved
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Image: Government of Hungary · License: Public domain
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