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Germany Provisional Meter Stamp
uncommon1945-1980

Germany Provisional Meter Stamp

Germany · 1960 · 10 Pfennig

A provisional meter stamp featuring the text 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST' at the top, a large numeral '10' for the denomination, and a wavy line pattern.

Meter stamps provided an efficient way for businesses to prepay postage. This provisional type was likely used by Deutsche Bundespost during a period when standard meter stamp designs were not available or for specific operational requirements.

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Image: Richard Stambaugh · License: Public domain

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