Stamp collecting is perhaps where history, a hobby and knowledge meet. Without an understanding of history, it is difficult to seek genuine value, and a lack of knowledge can cause us to overlook it. Turul stamps beautifully express and encompass a remarkable period of history. I created this catalogue to help collectors of every age. Even in today's digital world, holding a book or catalogue still has its charm. Although paper publications may seem to be going out of fashion, they are enjoying a renaissance in stamp collecting.
Many older collectors originally identified their favourite stamps from catalogue pages. New developments and artificial intelligence can assist us, yet catalogues and stamp collecting remain inseparable. I therefore designed this publication to be browsed on the website, while also allowing anyone to download, print and use it.
This publication focuses specifically on Hungarian Turul stamps. It also touches on perfins, postmarks and the occupation period. The data offers an insight into distinguishing stamps bearing the Turul design. I have not, however, covered rarer individual flaws in detail: these would require several volumes and extensive illustrations. Alongside the basic edition, I therefore plan supplementary volumes devoted to particular specialized varieties.
The catalogue continues to grow and be updated. Every supported copy helps make it possible to document new research findings, plate flaws and varieties.
Welcome to the world of Turul stamps!
Bartha László
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