German Empire 'Waffeln' Watermark

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.