Germany Meter Stamp Type J5

Germany · 1996 · Variable (meter stamp)

A rectangular German meter stamp featuring 'DEUTSCHE POST' at the top, a stylized posthorn logo, and fields for date, variable denomination, and a machine-readable barcode. The design is functional and minimalist, typical of machine-generated postage.

Meter stamps represent a modernization of postal services, allowing for efficient processing of bulk mail without the need for adhesive stamps. This type of meter stamp was in use in Germany during the late 20th century.