Germany Germania Issue, 5 Pfennig Green

Name: Germany Germania Issue, 5 Pfennig Green
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1900 · 5 Pfennig

This definitive stamp features the iconic 'Germania' design, an allegorical representation of the German nation. The portrait, modeled after actress Anna Führing, is framed by an ornate Art Nouveau design, with the denomination '5' at the bottom corners and the inscription 'REICHSPOST'. The vibrant green color was used for the 5 Pfennig value, which covered the standard local letter rate.

Issued at the turn of the 20th century, the Germania series was the first standardized definitive set for the unified German Empire, replacing various state issues. It remained in use for over two decades, through World War I and the establishment of the Weimar Republic.

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Typography

Themes

allegory portraits women definitive-issue

Catalog Numbers

sg54

scott54

michel54

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.