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common1945-1980
Friedrich Schiller Commemorative
West Berlin · 1961 · 20 Pfennig
The stamp features a dark, stylized portrait of Friedrich Schiller facing left. His name, the denomination, and the issuing authority 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST BERLIN' are inscribed at the bottom.
This stamp honors Friedrich Schiller, one of Germany's most important classical poets and dramatists. It was issued by West Berlin, reflecting its cultural identity during the Cold War era.
Printing Method
Photogravure
Catalog Numbers
michelBerlin 209
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