common1900-1945

German Empire 5 Pfennig Germania

Name: German Empire 5 Pfennig Germania
Brand: German Empire

German Empire · 1900 · 5 Pfennig

A green stamp depicting the allegorical figure of Germania, facing right, with 'DEUTSCHES REICH' at the top and '5 Pfennig' at the bottom.

Part of the iconic Germania series, these stamps were the definitive issues of the German Empire for over two decades, representing national identity during a period of significant change.

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allegory germania definitive portrait

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