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West Germany 1960 Social Welfare: Little Red Riding Hood
common1945-1980

West Germany 1960 Social Welfare: Little Red Riding Hood

Germany · 1960 · 10+5 Pfennig

This stamp from West Germany, issued in 1960 as part of the annual social welfare series, depicts a scene from the Brothers Grimm fairy tale 'Little Red Riding Hood'. It features Little Red Riding Hood meeting the wolf in the forest, rendered in a charming illustrative style.

Issued to raise funds for social welfare programs, this stamp highlights a beloved German fairy tale, reflecting the cultural importance of the Brothers Grimm's stories and the nation's commitment to social support in the post-war era.

Catalog Numbers

sg1300
scott799
michel343

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.5
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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