1898 Austria Poster Stamp Vienna Jubilee Exhibition Emperor Franz Joseph I Reign

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Year of Issue

1898

Item Description

1898 Austria Poster Stamp Jubilee Exhibition In Vienna 50th Anniversary Of Emperor Franz Joseph I’s Reign Unused No Gum. This Is A Commemorative Stamp Issued For The **Jubilee Exhibition In Vienna (Jubiläums-Ausstellung) In 1898**. The Exhibition Celebrated The **50th Anniversary Of Emperor Franz Joseph I’s Reign**, As Indicated By The Dates **1848–1898** Displayed At The Top. The Central Figure Is A **Personification Of Austria**, Possibly Representing A Goddess Or Allegorical Figure Of Victory, Wearing A Crown And Golden Robes. She Has **Large Black Wings**, Resembling The Austrian Empire's Iconic Double-Headed Eagle Motif. She Holds A Sword And A Shield With The Austrian Flag, Symbolizing Strength And National Pride. The Background Depicts A **Panoramic View Of Vienna**, Including Landmarks Such As The **Prater Park And The Ferris Wheel**, Representing The City’s Progress And Development. The **Text At The Bottom Credits "Druck Und Verlag Philipp & Kramer, Wien,"** Indicating That It Was Printed And Published In Vienna By The Firm **Philipp & Kramer**. This Stamp Is A **Highly Collectible Piece Of Austrian History**, Reflecting The Artistic And Nationalistic Sentiments Of The Late 19th Century. It Was Likely Used As A Souvenir Or Promotional Item For Visitors To The Exhibition. Chat GPT

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