Hungary – Scott #s 2123-30

Description

Hungary Scott #2123–2130 (issued 1972) is a set of eight commemorative stamps featuring historic locomotives from around the world, part of Magyar Posta’s popular “Railway History” series. Designed by István Éva, each stamp vividly illustrates a different steam locomotive in brilliant color, set against stylized backdrops representing their countries of origin. The series honors both Hungarian and international engineering achievements in rail transportation.

Designs in the Set:

• 40f – Hungary: MÁV streamlined passenger locomotive (Class 242).

• 60f – Switzerland: Early Alpine steam engine.

• 80f – Czechoslovakia: Classic Central European steam engine.

• 1f – Soviet Union: Heavy freight locomotive.

• 1.20f – Japan: Steam locomotive before Mount Fuji.

• 2f – United Kingdom: Victorian-era English steam engine.

• 4f – Austria: Alpine mountain locomotive.

• 5f – France: Early express train engine and passenger cars.

Each stamp is printed in bold, poster-like tones typical of 1970s Hungarian design, combining precision engineering with artistic flair. This mint, never hinged (MNH) set is a favorite among collectors of railway, transportation, and Hungarian thematic issues, prized for its colorful artwork and international scope.