Germany 0.50 Deutsche Bundespost Meter Stamp

Germany · 1985 · 0.50 DM

A red meter stamp impression featuring 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST' at the top, 'FRANKIERT' below, a '0,50' denomination, and the date '10.10.85'. It also includes a circular postmark-like cancellation for 'HAMBURG 1'.

This meter stamp was used by the Deutsche Bundespost in West Germany during the Cold War era, representing a common method for businesses and government agencies to frank mail. It reflects the standard postal operations and rates before German reunification.