af Vagn Juhl-Larsen | mar 16, 2024 | Stamp of the day
In 1934, Liechtenstein’s first mini-sheet was published. It happened on the occasion of the national stamp exhibition in the capital Vaduz. Today’s stamp shows a mint copy of the mini sheet. CV is 2800 euros.
af Vagn Juhl-Larsen | mar 14, 2024 | Stamp of the day
In 1929 Prince Johann II died and Prince Franz I took over the throne. On that occasion, a series of stamps with portraits of the new regent was issued. Today’s 10 rappen stamp show a youth portrait of prince Franz I. CV is 2 euros for at mint copy.
af Vagn Juhl-Larsen | mar 11, 2024 | Stamp of the day
In 1921, Switzerland took over the management of Liechtenstein’s postal service. Today’s stamp showing Liechtenstein’s coat of arms is overprinted with with 2 Rp (rappen), the face value in the new currency. CV is 7 euros for a mint copy.
af Vagn Juhl-Larsen | mar 8, 2024 | Stamp of the day
In 1919, following the dissolution of Austria-Hungary the Liechtenstein government could no longer rely on Austria to fulfil their monetary and diplomatic needs. Liechtenstein and Switzerland signed a treaty under which Switzerland assumes the representation of...
af Vagn Juhl-Larsen | mar 4, 2024 | Stamp of the day
Liechtenstein, a small European principality nestled between Switzerland and Austria, has a fascinating postal history that dates back to the 18th century. The territory initially relied on postal services provided by its neighboring countries. The first stamps of...
