Germany Meter Stamp Type A6A

Germany · 1965 · 20 Pfennig

The stamp is a rectangular meter imprint featuring 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST' at the top, a stylized posthorn in the center, and the denomination '20' at the bottom. It also includes a partial cancellation-like date/location imprint.

This meter stamp represents the automated postal franking system used by Deutsche Bundespost in West Germany during the post-WWII era. It reflects the modernization of postal services and the transition from traditional adhesive stamps for bulk mailings.