Germany Meter Stamp Type PP-E3

Germany · 1999 · 0,55 DM

A German meter stamp featuring a circular postmark-like cancellation on the right with the date and denomination, and a rectangular indicium on the left with 'DEUTSCHE POST' and a barcode.

Meter stamps like this one represent the automation of postage payment, particularly for bulk mailers and businesses. This 1999 example reflects the modernization of the German postal system towards the end of the 20th century.