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Germany Type NC2 Meter Stamp
common1945-1980

Germany Type NC2 Meter Stamp

Germany · 1960 · Variable

A rectangular meter stamp design featuring 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST' at the top and 'NC2' as a type identifier. It includes a blank area for variable information like date, value, and postmark.

Meter stamps like this 'Type NC2' were widely used by the Deutsche Bundespost in West Germany for efficient processing of bulk mail. They represent a shift towards automated postage application, reducing the need for traditional adhesive stamps in commercial settings.

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