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Thomas Mann Death Anniversary
common1945-1980

Thomas Mann Death Anniversary

West Germany · 1956 · 20 Pfennig

The stamp features a dignified portrait of the German novelist Thomas Mann, facing slightly left. His name and life dates (1875-1955) are inscribed below the portrait.

Issued in 1956, this stamp commemorates the first anniversary of the death of Nobel laureate Thomas Mann, a significant figure in German and world literature. It reflects post-war Germany's recognition of its cultural heritage.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Image: scanned by <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:NobbiP" title="User:NobbiP">NobbiP</a> · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.04
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.21

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