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East Germany 1974, 10 Pfennig, Coat of Arms

Name: East Germany 1974, 10 Pfennig, Coat of Arms
Brand: East Germany (German Democratic Republic)

East Germany (German Democratic Republic) · 1974 · 10 Pf

This definitive stamp features the state emblem of the German Democratic Republic (East Germany). The design consists of a hammer and a compass, surrounded by a ring of rye, symbolizing the union of workers, intellectuals, and farmers. The background is a solid red, a common color in socialist iconography.

Issued as part of a long-running definitive series, this stamp was in common use for everyday postage in East Germany during the Cold War era, representing the state's communist identity.

Printing Method

Offset

Themes

coat-of-arms heraldry definitive

Catalog Numbers

sgE1639

scott1537

michel1923

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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

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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