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CLASSIC STAMPS: Hungary

CLASSIC STAMPS: Hungary

In 1871 the first newspaper stamp was issued depicting a posthorn with the mouthpiece to the right. No denomination was shown but the face value was one Kreuzer. This type of stamp was also issued perforated in denominations of 2-25 Kreuzer. Todays stamp is a...
CLASSIC STAMPS: Hungary

CLASSIC STAMPS: Hungary

The postal history of Hungary traces back to the 16th century when the first organized postal services were established under the Habsburg Monarchy. Initially, these services were primarily utilized by royalty and nobility for official correspondence. However, with...
CLASSIC STAMPS: Andorra

CLASSIC STAMPS: Andorra

In 1942 a series of 12 stamps depicting landscapes, churches and coat of arms from Andorra were issued (French Post). Todays 4,50 franc stamp shows the church of Meritxell. CV is one euro for a mint copy.
CLASSIC STAMPS: Andorra

CLASSIC STAMPS: Andorra

CLASSIC STAMPS: Andorra In 1935 a series of 16 stamps (Spanish Post) depicting buildings and the general assembly of Andorra were issued. Todays 50 centimos stamp shows Saint Julia de Loria. CV is 10 euros for a mint copy.