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Description
This is a Hungarian postage stamp featuring the Rákosi Mátyás Cultural House in Budapest. It has a red-orange color and depicts the facade of the building. The denomination is 60 fillérs. The stamp indicates 'Magyar Posta' for Hungarian Post and 'Budapest' as the location. This definitive stamp was issued as part of a series focusing on cultural buildings.
History
The Rákosi Mátyás Cultural House was named after a prominent Hungarian communist leader. Stamps depicting such figures and institutions were common during the socialist era in Hungary. The issue date of 1952 places it within a period of significant political and social change in the country, reflecting the prevailing ideology and national priorities.
Facts
This stamp belongs to a series of definitive stamps issued by Hungary that highlighted significant buildings. The Rákosi Mátyás Cultural House was a symbol of state-sponsored cultural activities. Such stamps are collected for their representation of historical periods and architectural subjects. The perforations are a key identifying feature for collectors.
Value Fact
Stamps from Hungary's socialist period, particularly those featuring prominent political figures or significant buildings, are generally available in the market. Their value can vary based on condition, rarity, and completeness of the series. This particular stamp, being a definitive issue from 1952, would typically be found in the range of $0.50 to $5.00 in good condition.

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