uncommon1900-1945

Hungary 1918 Republic Overprint on King Charles IV Definitive

Name: Hungary 1918 Republic Overprint on King Charles IV Definitive
Brand: Hungary
Availability: InStock

Hungary · 1918 · 20 fillér

A definitive stamp of the Kingdom of Hungary featuring a portrait of King Charles IV, overprinted diagonally with 'KÖZTÁRSASÁG' (Republic) in black ink.

Issued in 1918, this stamp signifies Hungary's transition from a monarchy to a republic following the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire after World War I. The overprint was a provisional measure reflecting the new political reality.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

definitive overprint republic political-change royalty

Catalog Numbers

michel241

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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

$100

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

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.