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uncommon1945-1980
German Provisional Meter Stamps, Berlin
Germany · 1948 · Various Pfennig denominations (12-216 Pfg)
A collection of German provisional meter stamps from October 1948, each featuring 'DEUTSCHE POST' and 'BERLIN' alongside a specific date and Pfennig denomination. The design is functional, consisting of text and numerical values within a rectangular or circular frame.
These provisional meter stamps were used in Berlin shortly after World War II, reflecting the complex postal situation and currency changes in post-war Germany. They represent a period of transition and the re-establishment of postal services under challenging circumstances.
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Catalog Numbers
michelHE1E-1G
Image: Richard Stambaugh · License: Public domain
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