Germany Type PO6 Post Office Meter Stamp
Germany · 1925 · Metered
This listing refers to a Germany Type PO6 Post Office meter stamp, a machine-applied postal marking used to indicate prepayment of postage. These stamps typically feature the country name, a date, and the franked value, often within a circular or rectangular frame.
Meter stamps like the PO6 emerged in the early 20th century as a more efficient method for businesses and post offices to process mail, reducing the need for adhesive stamps and manual cancellation.
Printing Method
Typography
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
