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Germany Federal Post Type L10C Meter Stamp

Name: Germany Federal Post Type L10C Meter Stamp
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1975 · Variable (meter stamp)

A German Federal Post meter stamp, identified as type L10C, featuring the 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST' inscription. The image shows a machine-applied date of October 20, 1975, indicating its use for franking mail directly by machine.

Meter stamps were crucial for the mechanization of postal services, enabling businesses and post offices to efficiently process large volumes of mail without relying on traditional adhesive stamps. This type reflects the standard postal practices in West Germany during the mid-1970s.

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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.