Ludwig van Beethoven, 150th Anniversary of Birth

Name: Ludwig van Beethoven, 150th Anniversary of Birth
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1960 · 20 Pf

This stamp commemorates the 150th anniversary of the birth of Ludwig van Beethoven, one of the world's most renowned classical composers. The design features a stylized portrait of Beethoven against a plain background, with his name prominently displayed. It is a definitive issue from the Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany).

Issued in 1960, this stamp reflects West Germany's post-war cultural rebuilding and its celebration of significant national figures who contributed to global arts and sciences.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

composers music famous-people anniversaries

Catalog Numbers

sg1268

scott829

michel345

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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

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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