75 Years of Motorization
West Germany · 1961 · 20 pf
The stamp features a split design, showcasing the historical Benz Patent-Motorwagen on the left and a contemporary automobile on the right, commemorating 75 years of motorization.
Issued in 1961, this stamp commemorates the 75th anniversary of the automobile, specifically Karl Benz's patent for the first motor car in 1886. It celebrates Germany's foundational contribution to automotive technology and its ongoing innovation.
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Photogravure
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