Worldwide Stamps and Covers Thematik: Antarktis / antarctic
Sale No: 6
Lot No:2032
Symbol:b
1872-74, vignettes for a planned Austrian Polar Expedition to Franz Joseph Land. Triangular "stamps" CAP PESTH and CAP WIEN in blocks of four mint never hinged. These items were designed like the famous CGH triangulars and it is reported that they were intended to raise funds for the expedition. (Image)