125 Years Norddeutsche Seewarte Hamburg

Germany · 1993 · 100 Pfennig

The stamp depicts the historic building of the Norddeutsche Seewarte in Hamburg, featuring its distinctive tower and architectural details. It includes the denomination '100' and text commemorating its 125th anniversary.

This stamp commemorates the 125th anniversary of the Norddeutsche Seewarte (North German Maritime Observatory) in Hamburg, an important institution for meteorology and hydrography. Its founding in 1868 marked a significant step in German maritime science and safety.