common1900-1945

Germany 1923 Inflation Overprint, 2 Millionen Mark

Name: Germany 1923 Inflation Overprint, 2 Millionen Mark
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1923 · 2 Millionen Mark

This German definitive stamp from 1923 features the numeral '200 Mark' within a circular design. It bears a diagonal overprint stating '2 Millionen Mark', reflecting the hyperinflation of the period.

Issued during the peak of hyperinflation in Weimar Germany, this stamp dramatically illustrates the rapid devaluation of the German Mark. The massive overprint was a desperate measure to keep pace with soaring prices.

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Themes

definitive inflation overprint numbers

Catalog Numbers

michel287

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1.5

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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