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Germany Meter Stamp Type PV2

Name: Germany Meter Stamp Type PV2
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1955 · 20 Pfennig

This is a German meter stamp, type PV2, featuring the inscription 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST' and a 20 Pfennig denomination. Meter stamps are machine-applied postal indicia used by businesses and government agencies.

Meter stamps like this PV2 type were widely adopted in post-war West Germany to streamline mail processing for businesses and government, reflecting the modernization of postal services.

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$0.5

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.3

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.2

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.1

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.05

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