Second Republic Stamps Appraisal

Collection of Austrian Postage Stamps (Second Republic Era)

This item is a collection of used postage stamps from the Austrian Second Republic era, likely mounted in a stamp album. The stamps feature various denominations and designs, all bearing the inscription "REPUBLIK ÖSTERREICH" and numerical values. Observable denominations include 20 (blue and red), 25 (green and gray/black), 30 (blue and red), and 35 (red). The blue 20-groschen stamp depicts what appears to be a mountain or industrial scene, while the red 20-groschen stamp shows an architectural or agricultural motif. The 25-groschen stamps feature a green design with an industrial worker or figure and a gray/black design with a female figure in profile, possibly representing an allegorical figure or a depiction of post-war reconstruction. The 30-groschen stamps are rendered in both blue and red, with one red 30-groschen stamp having a similar architectural motif to the red 20-groschen. The red 35-groschen stamp also shows a structural or industrial image. Each stamp has perforated edges, typical of postage stamps, and shows cancellation marks, indicating they have been used. The colors vary, from deep blues and reds to greens and grays, suggesting different series or printings. The overall condition appears to be relatively good for used stamps, though some show minor wear, fading, and typical postmark impressions that obscure parts of the design. The stamps are neatly arranged in rows on off-white album pages with printed guidelines, suggesting a structured collection. The album itself appears to be a standard philatelic album with a hinged binding visible at the top right. These stamps likely date from the period immediately following World War II, as Austria re-established its postal services and national identity.