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uncommon1945-1980
Allied Occupation Germany: Leipzig Trade Fair 1947
Allied Occupation of Germany (American, British, and Soviet Zone) · 1947 · 24 + 26 pfennig
The stamp depicts Landgrave Dietrich, a historical figure, in a drawing style. It was issued with a charity surcharge for the Leipzig Trade Fair.
This stamp was a common issue for the American, British, and Soviet Zones during the Allied Occupation of Germany. It commemorated the Leipzig Trade Fair of 1947, symbolizing early post-war economic recovery and included a charity surcharge.
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Image: "Deutsche Post" under supervision of the Allied Control Authority for the occupated Germany · License: Public domain
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