common1900-1945

German Empire 'Waffeln' Watermark

Name: German Empire 'Waffeln' Watermark
Brand: German Empire
Availability: InStock

German Empire · 1900 ·

A close-up view of a stamp's paper, revealing the distinctive 'Waffeln' (waffle) watermark pattern. This pattern consists of a grid of small squares, visible when light passes through the paper.

The 'Waffeln' watermark was a security feature employed on stamps of the German Empire, primarily around the turn of the 20th century. It helped prevent counterfeiting and ensured the authenticity of postal issues during that period.

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watermark philately german-empire

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.04

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.21

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