Austrian Stamps – From Empire to Republic

The Austrian and Austria-Hungarian stamps category features philatelic issues from the Habsburg Monarchy, spanning the mid-1800s through the end of World War I. These are essential items in any classic European collection.

Historical Series and Rarities

Key highlights include the famous Mercury newspaper stamps, definitive issues with Emperor Franz Joseph I, overprints for Czech territories, and provisional issues post-1918. These stamps tell the story of a changing empire.

Ideal for Central European Collectors

This category is perfect for collectors of imperial themes, overprints, and local postmarks. Rare items in mint condition or postal history covers are especially valuable.

Explore Austria’s philatelic heritage from monarchy to modernity.