Liechtenstein – Scott # 848

Description

Liechtenstein – Scott #848 (1986) – 3.50 Fr. – Prince Franz Josef II Portrait – Mint Never Hinged

This handsome 3.50-franc commemorative stamp, Scott #848, was issued by Liechtenstein in 1986 and features a distinguished portrait of Prince Franz Josef II, who reigned from 1938 to 1989 and was the first Prince of Liechtenstein to reside full-time within the principality.

Designed by O. Zeiler and engraved/printed by W. Seidel, the stamp highlights:

• A formal half-length portrait of the prince seated in a carved chair

• Rich, regal color choices—deep magenta frame with gold accents

• The princely crown emblem above the denomination

• Elegant typography typical of mid-1980s Liechtenstein issues

• Fine printing quality consistent with Courvoisier-level craftsmanship

This example is Mint Never Hinged (MNH) with full original gum, excellent color saturation, and clean margins—perfect for collectors of Liechtenstein royalty, portrait commemoratives, or late-period Franz Josef II issues.