Johannes Gutenberg, 8 Pfennig
West Germany · 1952 · 8 Pfennig
The stamp features a left-facing portrait of Johannes Gutenberg, with his name and life dates (c. 1400-1468) below. 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST' is at the top, and the denomination '8 PFENNIG' is at the bottom right.
This stamp is part of the 'Significant Germans' definitive series issued by the Deutsche Bundespost (West Germany). It honors Johannes Gutenberg, the inventor of the movable-type printing press, whose innovation revolutionized communication and the spread of knowledge.
Printing Method
Engraved
License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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