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Distinguished German: Annette von Droste-Hülshoff
West Germany · 1961 · 20 Pf
The stamp features a profile portrait of Annette von Droste-Hülshoff facing left, with her name and the denomination '20 Pf' below. The country name 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST' is at the top.
Annette von Droste-Hülshoff (1797–1848) was an important German poet and composer. This stamp, issued by West Germany in 1961, commemorates her significant contributions to German literature.
Printing Method
Photogravure
Catalog Numbers
michel361
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