Assassination of Dollfuss, Dr. Engelbert (1934)

Country: Austria

Issue: Definitive series - Assassination of Dollfuss, Dr. Engelbert

Date of Issue: 21/10/1934

Postmark: Commemorative cancellation in violet ink, reading Weinbauausstellung – St. Pölten, dated 15.XI.34 (15 November 1934), with a stylized grape motif symbolizing the wine exhibition.

Postcard: Monochrome photographic illustration showing Engelbert Dollfuss standing behind an ornate desk in a richly decorated interior. The desk contains inkstands, papers, and a telephone, while the background features a large mirror and decorative vases, emphasizing an official setting. The printed caption reads “Bundeskanzler Dr. Dollfuss †”, indicating the subject as the Austrian Federal Chancellor. (Edition Unknwon)

Austrian commemorative or special stamp "RAVAG JUBILÄUMS-AUSSTELLUNG". "RAVAG" was the acronym for Österreichische Radioverkehrs AG (Austrian broadcasting company), and the exhibition marked a commemorative anniversary of the company.

The canceled stamp is an Austrian charity stamp (“Winterhilfe” or “Winter Aid”), issued in 1933 or 1934. The surcharge of “2g” (2 groschen) was allocated to charity.

Catalog Reference Yvert & Tellier: Austria – Assassination of Dollfuss, Dr. Engelbert No. 459