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Germany Type PA8 Meter Stamp

Name: Germany Type PA8 Meter Stamp
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1955 · Variable

This is a catalog image of a German meter stamp, specifically type PA8. It represents an impression made by a Postalia franking machine, commonly used for postal indicia in Germany.

Meter stamps like the PA8 played a significant role in postal automation, allowing businesses and organizations to frank mail directly, streamlining the mailing process in post-war Germany.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

meter-stamp postal-history franking-machine

Catalog Numbers

michelPA8

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

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.