Germany Type Q8 Meter Stamp

Germany · 1980 · 200 Pfennig

A rectangular meter stamp featuring 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST' at the top, a stylized posthorn logo, and the denomination '200' at the bottom. It includes a machine cancellation with 'FRANKIERT' and a date/location.

Meter stamps like this were widely used by businesses in West Germany to frank mail, providing an efficient alternative to traditional adhesive stamps. This particular design reflects the branding of the Deutsche Bundespost era.