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German Airmail Wooden Dove
uncommon1900-1945

German Airmail Wooden Dove

Germany · 1923 · 200 Mark

The stamp features a stylized, geometric representation of a dove in flight, carrying a letter or message in its beak. The denomination '200 Mark' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

Issued during the hyperinflation period in Germany, this airmail stamp reflects the country's efforts to maintain postal services despite severe economic challenges. The 'wooden dove' design was part of a distinctive series for airmail.

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Catalog Numbers

sg306
scottC29
michel264

Image: <a href="https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ernst_Aufseeser" class="extiw" title="de:Ernst Aufseeser">de:Ernst Aufseeser</a> (1880-1940). scanned by <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:NobbiP" title="User:NobbiP">NobbiP</a> · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$40
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$25
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$12
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$6
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$3

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