This set of Austrian definitive stamps features the proud national coat of arms, issued after World War II during the reconstruction era. The design shows the Austrian eagle with hammer and sickle in its talons, symbolizing labor and agriculture, while the broken chains represent liberation. Printed in bold solid colors – carmine (12 Groschen), blue (16 Groschen), orange-red (15 Groschen), and dark brown (10 Groschen) – these issues reflect both national pride and resilience. Designed by the engraver Ranzoni, they are a classic part of mid-20th-century Austrian philately and remain popular among collectors of post-war Europe.