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Germany Type PP-D2 Postalia Meter Stamp

Name: Germany Type PP-D2 Postalia Meter Stamp
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1970 · Variable

A catalog image of a German meter stamp, specifically identified as type PP-D2. These are machine-applied postal indicia, produced by Postalia machines, rather than traditional adhesive stamps.

Meter stamps like the PP-D2 represent a significant evolution in postal services, allowing businesses and post offices to print postage directly, which streamlined mail processing and accounting from the mid-20th century onwards.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

meter-stamp postalia postal-history machinery

Catalog Numbers

michelFreistempel PP-D2 type

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.5

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.