Description: This beautifully engraved red definitive stamp from Czechoslovakia highlights a dramatic perspective of Karlštejn Castle (Hrad Karlštejn). The multi-tiered composition showcases the stronghold's massive, imposing Great Tower rising proudly on the left over a series of layered defensive walls, auxiliary towers, and steeply gabled palace roofs. Framed inside a neat rectangular line framework, the country name "ČESKOSLOVENSKO" spans across the upper margin, while the landmark's location name, "KARLŠTEJN", runs vertically down the left text lane. The prominent "60h" face value sits positioned along the upper right section, and the lower border area bears the fine micro-printed signatures of the original graphic artist and the plate engraver.
Circa: 1960
Condition: Used - Hinged
Notes:
Founded in 1348 by Charles IV, the King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor, this fortress was explicitly constructed as a highly secure repository to hold the Imperial Regalia, holy relics, and the Bohemian crown jewels.