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Brandenburg Gate 50 Pfennig Definitive

Name: Brandenburg Gate 50 Pfennig Definitive
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1959 · 50 Pfennig

A definitive stamp from West Germany featuring a detailed depiction of the iconic Brandenburg Gate in Berlin. The design showcases the neoclassical triumphal arch, a prominent symbol of German history and reunification.

Issued during the Cold War era, this stamp features the Brandenburg Gate, which stood as a stark symbol of the division of Germany. Its appearance on West German stamps emphasized its national importance even while it was inaccessible from the West.

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Typography

Themes

architecture landmarks buildings gates

Catalog Numbers

sg1286

scott715

michel315

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$0.5

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.3

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.2

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.1

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.05

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