The Austrian Post has unveiled a new €1 stamp featuring a harp as part of its ongoing Austria, Land of Music series, with the release dated September 10. The design prominently displays a harp in the foreground, accompanied by a musical piece from the Czech harpist and composer Jean-Baptiste Krumpholz (1742–1790) in the background. This stamp not only celebrates the harp, one of the oldest stringed instruments known for its association with both classical and folk music, but also serves a practical purpose as it covers the domestic rate for sending small letters.
This Harp stamp marks the fifth installment in the Austria, Land of Music series, which has been released annually since 2020. Previous stamps in the series have featured a variety of instruments, including a double bass, clarinet, trombone, cello, and bassoon. Designed by Kirsten Lubach and printed by Joh. Enschede Stamps B.V. in a limited run of 350,000, collectors may find this stamp particularly appealing not only for its artistic value but also as part of a themed collection that highlights Austria's rich musical heritage.
Stamp collectors looking for more information about this Harp stamp and other offerings can visit the Austrian Post's online shop or the WOPA+ Stamps and Coins website. For further reading, refer to the source article here.