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Germany 1949 Opening of the First Federal Assembly Set

Name: Germany 1949 Opening of the First Federal Assembly Set
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1949 · 10 and 20 Pfennig

This set of two stamps depicts workers engaged in rebuilding, symbolizing the post-war reconstruction of Germany, with a rising sun representing hope. They commemorate the historic opening of the first Federal Assembly (Bundestag) of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Issued in 1949, these stamps mark the pivotal establishment of the Federal Republic of Germany and its first democratic parliament, signifying the birth of a new West German state amidst the division of Germany after World War II.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

post-war-reconstruction politics workers parliament founding-of-state

Catalog Numbers

sg1040-1041

scott640-641

michel111-112

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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

$0.75

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.4

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.2

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