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Trifels Castle
common1945-1980

Trifels Castle

Germany · 1964 · 20 Pfennig

The stamp features an illustration of Trifels Castle, a historic imperial castle in Germany, with its prominent towers and fortifications. The denomination '20 Pfennig' and 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST' are inscribed.

Issued as part of a definitive series on German architecture, this stamp celebrates the country's rich historical buildings. Trifels Castle is notable for its medieval significance and its role as a state prison, famously holding Richard the Lionheart.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

michel457

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.