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German Meter Stamp, Type HF3
common1945-1980

German Meter Stamp, Type HF3

Germany · 1960 · Variable (Meter Franking)

This is a catalog image of a German meter stamp, identified as type HF3. Meter stamps are machine-generated postal indicia used for franking mail, often featuring a postmark and a variable value.

Meter stamps revolutionized postal services by allowing businesses and organizations to frank mail directly, improving efficiency and reducing the reliance on traditional adhesive stamps.

Printing Method

Digital

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.75
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.