20 Years Border Opening Hungary-Austria

Germany · 2009 · 55 Euro Cent

The stamp depicts a stylized representation of a border fence being opened, symbolizing the historic border opening between Hungary and Austria. It features vibrant colors and the commemorative text '20 JAHRE GRENZÖFFNUNG UNGARN-ÖSTERREICH' along with the denomination.

This stamp commemorates the 20th anniversary of the opening of the border between Hungary and Austria in 1989, a pivotal event that contributed to the fall of the Iron Curtain and the reunification of Germany. It was issued as a joint release with Hungary and Austria.