common1945-1980

Germany Type J3 Meter Stamp

Name: Germany Type J3 Meter Stamp
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1955 · Variable (Deutsche Mark)

A catalog image representing the German Type J3 meter stamp, typically featuring a postmark with a date, town name, and a variable denomination, often within a rectangular or circular frame.

Meter stamps were introduced to streamline postal operations, allowing businesses to print postage directly onto mail, replacing traditional adhesive stamps for bulk mailings.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

meter-stamp postal-history machinery

Catalog Numbers

michelFst 1-x

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$0.5

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.3

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.2

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.1

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.05

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