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common1945-1980
Theodor Heuss (Saarland)
Saarland · 1957 · 10 pf
The stamp features a profile portrait of Theodor Heuss, the first President of the Federal Republic of Germany, facing left. The inscription 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST SAAR' is at the bottom, with the denomination '10' in the top right corner.
Issued in 1957, the year Saarland rejoined West Germany, this stamp featuring Theodor Heuss symbolizes the region's integration into the Federal Republic. It is part of a definitive series marking the transition of Saarland's postal administration back to Germany.
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sg389
scott307
michel409
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