Description: This stamp is an elegant definitive postal issue from Czechoslovakia, forming part of the highly regarded 1960 "Hrady a zámky" (Strongholds and Castles) definitive series. Printed in a deep dark brown ink on an off-white paper base, the intricate line engraving portrays the iconic silhouette of Bezděz Castle perched atop a rugged, forested hill. The design beautifully captures the complex stone walls, the royal palace structure, and the tall, cylindrical defensive tower known as the Great Tower. The country name "ČESKOSLOVENSKO" is written cleanly across the upper border, balanced below on the right by the prominent face value denomination of "10 h" (haléřů). Running vertically along the left-hand margin is the identifying name of the fortification, "BEZDĚZ". Fine designer and engraver credits reside in the absolute bottom margin, recognizing graphic artist "JAROSLAV ŠVÁB" on the left and master engraver "B. HOUSA" (Bedřich Housa) on the right.
Circa: 1960
Condition: Used - Hinged
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