Germany 1961-1964 Famous Germans Definitive Series
Germany · 1961 · Various (5pf to 3DM)
This definitive series, issued between 1961 and 1964, features portraits of sixteen influential Germans from various fields including science, arts, and philosophy. The set includes notable figures such as Albert Einstein, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Immanuel Kant, rendered in detailed monochrome engravings. Each stamp honors a significant contributor to German and world culture.
Issued by the Deutsche Bundespost in West Germany, this series celebrated the nation's rich intellectual and cultural heritage during the post-war economic recovery period known as the Wirtschaftswunder.
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Engraved
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