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Germany Meter Stamp Type PP-A7A
common1945-1980

Germany Meter Stamp Type PP-A7A

Germany · 1955 · 100 Pfennig

A circular meter stamp impression featuring 'DEUTSCHE POST', the date '20.1.55', and '100' (denomination) in the center, with 'BERLIN' at the bottom. It is accompanied by a rectangular franking impression with a wavy line pattern.

This meter stamp reflects the postal practices in West Germany during the mid-20th century, where businesses increasingly used franking machines for efficient mail processing. It represents a shift from traditional adhesive stamps for bulk mail.

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michelPP-A7A

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