uncommon1900-1945

German Caroline Islands 1900 Yacht Issue 2 Mark

Name: German Caroline Islands 1900 Yacht Issue 2 Mark
Brand: German Caroline Islands

German Caroline Islands · 1900 · 2 Mark

This stamp features the imperial yacht 'Hohenzollern II' in an oval frame, a design common to German colonial issues of the era. It was part of a definitive series for the German Caroline Islands.

Issued at the turn of the 20th century, this stamp reflects Germany's colonial presence and ambitions in the Pacific, specifically in the Caroline Islands, which were administered as part of German New Guinea.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

yacht ship colonial-era german-colonies oceania

Catalog Numbers

sg15

scott15

michel15

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$250

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$175

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$25

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