Adolf Hitler's 52nd Birthday

Germany · 1941 · 12+38 Pfennig

The stamp features a right-facing profile portrait of Adolf Hitler, with the denomination '12+38' and 'DEUTSCHES REICH' at the bottom. The design is simple and stark, focusing on the leader's image.

Issued during World War II, this stamp commemorates Adolf Hitler's 52nd birthday, serving as a propaganda tool to reinforce his cult of personality. The surcharge likely supported war efforts or specific Nazi programs.