uncommon1945-1980

Saarland Posthorn Meter Stamp, Type SR-A1

Name: Saarland Posthorn Meter Stamp, Type SR-A1
Brand: Saarland

Saarland · 1950 · Variable (Saar Francs)

A machine-generated postal indicium from Saarland, featuring the word 'SAAR' at the top and a prominent posthorn emblem. The specific denomination and date were printed by the franking machine at the time of use.

These meter stamps were used in Saarland during its period as a French protectorate after World War II, before its reintegration into West Germany. They represent a distinct phase in Saarland's postal and political history.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

postal-history machinery saarland posthorn

Catalog Numbers

michelSR-A1 (Meterstempel)

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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

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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