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Hungary 1848 Mór Than 5 Krajcar Stamp Design
rarepre-1900

Hungary 1848 Mór Than 5 Krajcar Stamp Design

Kingdom of Hungary · 1848 · 5 Krajcar

This is an unissued stamp design by Hungarian painter Mór Than, featuring the historical Hungarian coat of arms with a crown, surrounded by an ornate frame. The denomination '5 KRAJCAR' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

Created during the Hungarian Revolution of 1848, this design reflects a period of intense nationalistic fervor and the desire for an independent Hungarian postal system, even if the stamp itself was not issued.

Printing Method

Engraved

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