uncommon1945-1980

GDR 1953 Leipzig Spring Fair Miniature Sheet

Name: GDR 1953 Leipzig Spring Fair Miniature Sheet
Brand: German Democratic Republic

German Democratic Republic · 1953 · 5 Pfennig and 20 Pfennig

A miniature sheet from the German Democratic Republic (East Germany) issued in 1953, featuring two 5 Pfennig and two 20 Pfennig stamps. The sheet includes gutters and commemorates the Leipzig Spring Fair, an important trade event.

Issued shortly after the 1953 East German uprising, this sheet promoted the Leipzig Spring Fair, a crucial event for East German trade and international relations during the early Cold War era.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

leipzig-spring-fair fairs exhibitions commerce industry

Catalog Numbers

scottB33

michelBlock 10

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$60

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$40

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$25

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$15

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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