This Austrian stamp, issued in 1980, commemorates Empress Maria Theresa, one of the most influential rulers of the Habsburg dynasty. The portrait shows her in later years, framed in a richly ornate design, with her birth and death years (1717–1780) inscribed above. The 6 schilling denomination reflects its postal value, while “REPUBLIK ÖSTERREICH” appears boldly at the base. Designed by A. Pilch and engraved by R. Toth, the issue honors Maria Theresa’s legacy as the only female ruler of the Habsburgs, who implemented major reforms in education, economy, and military organization.