In the series “Churches in Austria”, this time it is the Fischerkirche (Fishermen’s church) in Rust that is being presented, one of the most important monuments to medieval sacred art in Burgenland.
The most impressive building in the protected old town of Rust is the Fischerkirche, a former fortified church surrounded by a defensive wall which, as a parish church, was dedicated to Saints Pancras and Giles and is today mainly used as a museum and as a venue for cultural events. It owes its name to a legend: in the 13th century, while fleeing from the Mongols, Queen Mary of Hungary is supposed to have been rescued from Lake Neusiedl by fishermen, to give thanks for which she founded the Lady Chapel in the church.
series: Kirchen in Österreich
value: 1.35 Euro
first day of issue: 04.06.2021
stamp size: 37.70 x 45.00 mm
graphic design: Kirsten Lubach
printing: Joh. Enschedé Stamps B. V.
offset printing
quantity: 280,000 stamps on sheets of 50 stamps
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