Berlin Black Overprint 10 Pfennig Definitive Stamp
Germany · 1948 · 10 Pfennig
This stamp features a simple numeral design, part of the first definitive series issued for West Berlin. It is characterized by a distinctive black overprint of 'BERLIN' applied to stamps originally intended for the entire Soviet occupation zone.
Issued in 1948, these provisional stamps were a direct consequence of the currency reform and the subsequent division of Germany and Berlin, signifying the establishment of a separate postal administration for West Berlin amidst the Soviet blockade.
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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