Sterntaler Fairy Tale Social Welfare Stamp
Federal Republic of Germany · 1959 · 10+5 Pfennig
The stamp depicts a scene from the Brothers Grimm fairy tale 'The Star Money' (Sterntaler), showing a young girl with stars falling from the sky. The design is simple and illustrative, characteristic of social welfare issues.
This stamp is part of Germany's annual social welfare series, which raises funds for charitable causes through a surcharge on the stamp's face value. The use of a popular fairy tale highlights cultural heritage while supporting social programs.
Printing Method
Photogravure
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