1900s - Lot of 25 European Antique Used Postage Stamps - Pre-1914 - Philatelic Collection - Vintage Mail Art - Global Ephemera

This is a curated lot of 25 antique used postage stamps originating from various European countries. The collection predominantly dates from the late 19th century through the early 1900s, with several stamps clearly bearing cancellation marks. For instance, an Austrian stamp shows 'Oesterreichische Post' (Austrian Post) and the year '1908,' while a Bavarian stamp includes 'BAYL' (Bavaria) and '1911.' A Netherlands stamp also shows 'SCHOO' and '1900' in its postmark.

Among the countries represented are Germany, with stamps marked 'Deutsches Reich' (German Empire), the Netherlands with 'Nederland' (Netherlands), Spain with 'España' (Spain), Sweden with 'Sverige' (Sweden), Luxembourg, Switzerland with 'Helvetia,' and Bulgaria with 'БЪЛГАРИЯ' (Bulgaria). Each stamp features distinct designs, including royal portraits and national emblems, reflecting the diverse cultural and political landscapes of Europe at the turn of the century. This unique assortment is ideal for collectors or for use in creative projects.