Bizone 1948 20 Pfennig with Netzaufdruck overprint
Bizone (British-American Occupied Zone of Germany) · 1948 · 20 Pfennig
This stamp features a simple design with 'DEUTSCHE POST' at the top and the denomination '20' in the center, entirely covered by a distinctive network overprint.
Issued in the British-American Occupied Zone of Germany (Bizone) after World War II, this stamp reflects the provisional postal services during the Allied occupation. The 'Netzaufdruck' (network overprint) was applied to prevent misuse of existing stamps and to signify the new currency reform.
Printing Method
Photogravure
Image: Banach · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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