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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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