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Gotthold Ephraim Lessing Commemorative, West Berlin

Name: Gotthold Ephraim Lessing Commemorative, West Berlin
Brand: Germany (West Berlin)

Germany (West Berlin) · 1961 · 20 Pfennig

A commemorative stamp from West Berlin featuring a dignified portrait of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, a pivotal figure of the German Enlightenment. The design highlights his intellectual contribution to German culture.

Issued in 1961, this stamp honors Lessing's enduring legacy in German literature and thought, reflecting West Germany's cultural emphasis during the Cold War era and its connection to historical figures.

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Themes

portrait literature philosophy german-history

Catalog Numbers

michelBerlin 207

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1.5

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.