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Germany - 100 Years Lauffen-Frankfurt Power Transmission

Name: Germany - 100 Years Lauffen-Frankfurt Power Transmission
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1991 · Not specified

This German commemorative stamp celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Lauffen-Frankfurt power transmission, a pioneering achievement in electrical engineering. Issued in 1991, it marks the centenary of the International Electrotechnical Exhibition of 1891, where this long-distance alternating current transmission was first successfully demonstrated.

The Lauffen-Frankfurt power transmission of 1891 was a groundbreaking event that proved the viability of long-distance alternating current transmission. This demonstration was crucial for the development of modern electrical grids and the widespread electrification of industries and homes.

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electricity technology anniversary exhibition power-transmission

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.75

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

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