Forgery by W.P. Kleine, 1956
West Germany · 1956 · 20 Pfennig
The stamp features a left-facing portrait of a man, likely Theodor Heuss, with 'DEUTSCHE BUNDESPOST' at the top and '20' at the bottom right. The background is solid.
This stamp is a forgery created by W.P. Kleine in 1956, imitating a definitive issue of West Germany. It highlights the challenges of stamp authentication and the existence of sophisticated forgeries in philately.
Printing Method
Photogravure
Image: Willi -Peter Kleine · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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